overhead
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Television news helicopter coverage has become one of the most important elements of any local newscast, with the high-flying helicopters roaring overhead a common fixture of breaking news scenes.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 19, 2026
Using monopoles rather than wooden ones would mean fewer overhead lines are needed, the company said, reducing impacts on farmland and scenery.
From BBC ● Sep. 17, 2026
I didn’t even have to put my backpack in the overhead bin and still had plenty of room to stretch out.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 11, 2026
The hosts also had the better of the conditions on Thursday, batting under blue sky then bowling when it got dark overhead.
From BBC ● Sep. 10, 2026
“Let’s go,” he said just as we heard a plane overhead.
From "Glitch" by Laura Martin
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VW's costs are about 20 percent higher than competitors', Blume said, adding that overheads need to be cut to a "competitive level".
From Barron's ● Jul. 13, 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
Letting out spare factory space helps struggling European carmakers cover their high overheads.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 28, 2026
"He's always smiling, always bringing positive vibes. His slides, his defence, his slam-dunk overheads are some signature shots. He'll be missed. An incredible guy to be around."
From BBC ● May 26, 2026
I answered phones and made plasticene overheads and picked up dry cleaning and kids from day care.
From "Native Speaker" by Chang-rae Lee
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