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above

[uh-buhv] / əˈbʌv /


PREPOSITION
more, higher in amount, degree
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The revenue results were above the company’s guidance of $194 billion to $199 billion.

From The Wall Street Journal Jul. 30, 2026

The increase was also way above the 2.5% average per quarter since 2022.

From MarketWatch Jul. 30, 2026

Revenue for the quarter reached $201 billion, above expectations of $197 billion, and up 20% on the year.

From Barron's Jul. 30, 2026

A sanction above the new standard minimum 10-match suspension may be imposed by a regulatory commission if there are "significant" aggravating factors.

From BBC Jul. 30, 2026

I glance at the clock above the change room doors.

From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam




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