over the counter
Example Sentences
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Melatonin supplements are available over the counter in many countries, including the U.S.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 29, 2026
Wilson says even if you can buy melatonin over the counter when you reach your destination, you may not know quite what you're getting.
From BBC ● Aug. 5, 2026
You can break it into pieces and dip it, use it as a base for toppings, or just eat it straight, standing over the counter.
From Salon ● May 22, 2026
The other major drug, minoxidil, is sold over the counter as a foam or liquid requiring twice-daily application—a time-consuming routine for many patients.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
That’s why Nadia is changing the flavor list that hangs over the counter.
From "Invisible Inkling" by Emily Jenkins
Vocabulary lists containing over the counter
