over and above
Example Sentences
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That is presumably over and above the existing tariffs.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
Meanwhile, costly cities such as New York, Seattle and several California towns would require as much as $94,000 a year over and above Social Security to cover necessities, a new study found.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 23, 2025
Of course, some dishes may have protein additions, vegetables or accoutrements, so in those cases, additional texture over and above might muddy the dish on the whole.
From Salon • Mar. 21, 2025
The minister added that she was happy to look into what urgent action could be taken "over and above" the steps she had outlined.
From BBC • Jan. 28, 2025
He felt something in her over and above the fear she inspired in him.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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