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adverb

ˌō-vər-ˈhed How to pronounce overhead (audio)
Definition of overheadnext
as in upward
to or in a higher place the majestic sight of eagles soaring overhead

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overhead

2 of 3

adjective

as in soaring

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overhead

3 of 3

noun

as in cost

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Recent Examples of overhead
Adverb
Many companies treat education as marketing overhead, something to handle after the product ships. — Gregory Lipich, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026 Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin became the first humans to walk on the Moon while Michael Collins orbited overhead. — Kaif Shaikh, Interesting Engineering, 9 Aug. 2026
Adjective
The overhead compartments were damaged, with the lids torn off and strewn across the cabin floor along with the belongings of those onboard, according to news agency Viral Press. — Kelly McGreal, FOXNews.com, 5 Aug. 2026 Its decor is simple—ostensibly to not take attention away from the setting—with bubble-like overhead lighting, deep turquoise walls, earth-tone armchairs, a fieldstone fireplace, and simple wooden dining sets. — Madeline Bilis, Travel + Leisure, 4 Aug. 2026
Noun
But for other philanthropists, extensive overhead often means a tendency to delay. — Sydney Lake, Fortune, 2 Aug. 2026 Kosta might miss an easy overhead during a match and see Tiley getting ready to throw his clipboard. — Matthew Futterman, New York Times, 31 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for overhead
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overhead
  1. upward
  2. upheld
  3. cost
  4. above
  5. raised
  6. expense
  7. over
  8. upraised
Adverb
  • Panoramic lookouts and majestic oaks alternate as the trail winds its way upward.
    — Kalpana Mohan, Mercury News, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The small bookstore eventually grew into a distinctive London chain known for browsing-friendly stores, knowledgeable booksellers, and shelves intentionally tilted upwards to best catch the light.
    — Sarah Glodek, Fortune, 10 Aug. 2026
Definition of upward
Adjective
  • In the accompanying photo, Fleetwood and his new bride, Elizabeth Jordan lean into one another, cheekily posing behind Fleetwood's upheld fedora.
    — Ryan Coleman, Entertainment Weekly, 10 Apr. 2026
  • Guest conductor Edward Gardner, principal conductor of the London Philharmonic, was obviously frustrated when even his upheld hands couldn’t stop the applause.
    — Scott Cantrell, Dallas Morning News, 23 Jan. 2026
Definition of upheld
Noun
  • Low labor costs, a large French-speaking workforce and relatively weak unions have made Morocco an attractive outsourcing destination for international companies, particularly French firms seeking to reduce costs.
    — ABC News, ABC News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The additional pension costs imposed by AB 1383 would leave cities with less money for staffing, salaries, and other public services or require significant tax increases.
    — Mariana Trujillo, Oc Register, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of cost
Adverb
  • Add a burst of brightness to a quieter color scheme by way of vibrant shoes like the chartreuse wedges above.
    — Amber Rambharose, InStyle, 6 Aug. 2026
  • There’s no such thing as too much plaid, at least not according to creator Tamu McPherson, pictured above.
    — Kelsey Stewart, Glamour, 6 Aug. 2026
Definition of above
Adjective
  • Like the full flagships, the FE is getting a raised camera bump similar to what’s been installed on the Galaxy Z Fold series for a couple of generations now.
    — Ewan Spence, Forbes.com, 12 June 2026
Definition of raised
Noun
  • Every case has a value, which is determined by the likely amount of recovery or exposure as adjusted by the likely chance or winning or losing ― plus the attorney fees, expenses and costs to get the case over the finish line.
    — Jay Adkisson, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
  • This is Texas's first year using $1 billion of taxpayer money to fund private school expenses for eligible families who applied to the program.
    — Lacey Beasley, CBS News, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of expense
Adverb
  • If Susac’s season is over, the rookie was impressive in his first taste of big-league action.
    — Justice delos Santos, Mercury News, 11 Aug. 2026
  • China has grossly over-developed its copper smelting capacity, driving prices down and effectively killing competition from other countries – pretty much what happened with rare earths and is also happening with EVs.
    — Tim Treadgold, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Definition of over
Adjective
  • The lighter marking on her chest between the upraised front legs showed where her heart lay beneath that silvery coat.
    — Anton Money, Outdoor Life, 4 June 2026
  • Imagery was multiplied to tell a story—the stentorian Mussolini, with his upraised chin and bald head, delivering a speech, or Hitler, with his toothbrush mustache, gesticulating.
    — Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 27 Apr. 2026
Definition of upraised

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