over the water

Example Sentences

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The British government was an imposing force, but its members sat in Parliament over the water, in London.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 24, 2026

The ocean view primary suite offered its own private deck space with stunning views over the water.

From MarketWatch • Jan. 13, 2026

And for us, those quiet moments — watching bears stalk the shallows or eagles swoop low over the water — made it all more than worth it.

From Salon • Jul. 20, 2025

Walk 5.7 additional miles to Agua Hedionda Lagoon, where you’ll cross two bridges over the water, and then to South Carlsbad State Beach.

From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 16, 2024

Twilight crept over the water towards them, dainty as a mouse.

From "Homecoming" by Cynthia Voigt