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overhead

[oh-ver-hed, oh-ver-hed] / ˈoʊ vərˈhɛd, ˈoʊ vərˌhɛd /
ADJECTIVE
up above
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ADVERB
up above
Synonyms
Antonyms
STRONGEST




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The last-gasp overhead kick against Slovakia in 2024, a quickfire double at the Azteca against Mexico this summer and 93rd-minute quarter-final winner against Norway.

From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026

Alongside the job cuts and a streamlined model range, Volkswagen is seeking simpler organizational structures, reduced vehicle costs, lower overhead costs, greater efficiency in its plants and faster technology development.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026

That sounds harsh, I know, but the fact is if you had boarded early, I don’t think you would have had a problem finding overhead space for your bag.

From MarketWatch ● Nov. 10, 2026

According to Izmir's governor, the blast was caused by an overhead crane that collapsed into a large industrial furnace used during the liquid steel casting process.

From Barron's ● Nov. 9, 2026

They tower overhead and cast their shadows across the sand.

From "A Rover's Story" by Jasmine Warga

Their new location means that overheads have "doubled" and they have since launched a crowdfunder to help cover these costs.

From BBC ● Aug. 29, 2026

"As half of our overheads stem from staff costs, a theoretical calculation -- assuming no change in labour costs -- would result in the loss of around 50,000 jobs," he said.

From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 2026

Companies also cut back on their staffing levels amid concerns over the outlook and in response to rising overheads, notably in terms of raw material prices, the survey said.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 23, 2026

And in this case, the marginal cost of each ticket is small – there are not even any very substantial overheads to cover, which often justify a higher price.

From Salon ● Jun. 14, 2026

So I really try to focus on the lesson, but I’m having trouble keeping up with Ms. Rucker’s overheads.

From "The Running Dream" by Wendelin Van Draanen


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