Over Idioms

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drop by

Meaning: an informal visit

Example: I hope to finish the dress before Saturday. If you want to see what it looks like you should drop by over the weekend. Read more ➺


Elvis has left the building

Meaning: the show is ended and go home now

Example: I think we delayed coming - Elvis has left the building. Read more ➺


over and above

Meaning: in addition to

Example: Firefighters always go over and above to ensure that people are safe. Read more ➺


over and over again

Meaning: again and again

Example: I have cleaned up this mess over and over again but ever time I come back it is dirty again. Read more ➺


over and out

Meaning: said when someone is finished talking

Example: I have told you that you will not be going to the party. There will be no further discussion. Over and out. Read more ➺


take over

Meaning: to take control of something - often by force

Example: I can't believe that they were able to launch a takeover of our company. Read more ➺


come over

Meaning: to go to someone else's house

Example: June and her sister will come over for lunch on Sunday, we are having chicken pie. Read more ➺


get over it

Meaning: accept something and move on

Example: I know you are bitter about losing that job, but try to get over it and find another one. Read more ➺


head over heels

Meaning: fall deeply and completely in love, especially suddenly

Example: Tom and Mary are head over heels in love with each other and are going to get married next month. Read more ➺


over the top

Meaning: Excessive; exaggerated; beyond reasonable or acceptable limits.

Example: Her apology was over the top—a billboard for a missed meeting. Read more ➺


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