over the years

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: during several/some/many years
The camp has changed a lot over the years.

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In addition to her music career, Beyoncé has had a number of collaborations, such as her Ivy Park collection with Adidas, over the years. Rebecca Aizin, People.com, 24 Oct. 2024 Photo: Courtesy of Coco Brandolini Those special shoes have sparked more than just good outfits over the years. Willow Lindley, Vogue, 24 Oct. 2024 Dettmer spoke to me about how the channel has evolved over the years, and the process of creating his very first video. Dani Di Placido, Forbes, 24 Oct. 2024 Government efforts South Korean authorities have launched various initiatives over the years to combat the problem, including the Lonely Death Prevention and Management Act which ordered the government to compile a comprehensive preventative plan and a five-yearly situation report. Jessie Yeung, CNN, 24 Oct. 2024 See all Example Sentences for over the years 

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“Over the years.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20the%20years. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.

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