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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
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Antonyms
STRONGEST




Example Sentences

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He said the company’s turnaround plan will involve more consistent investment behind its brands along with relying less on promotions, fixing supply-chain inefficiencies and lowering its overhead structures.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Even from my home in east Beirut I could occasionally hear the buzz of Israeli drones circling overhead.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The market was packed, like it was every Saturday, when the Nigerian air force jets screamed overhead.

From Barron's • Apr. 13, 2026

“Big Fish” was Do LaB’s first overhead piece in 2015, followed by “Beacon” two years later.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 10, 2026

The harsh overhead light flashed from his glasses.

From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom