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we'll need another gallon of milk over and above what we already have
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The regulations enacted by the legislature mandate strict and stringent requirements on the use of genealogy databases and search and seizure warrants over and above the requirements for issuance of a traditional search warrant.
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For The Carroll County Times, Baltimore Sun, 23 June 2024
The school expects the private university’s hefty profits will bring in millions in profits for the state over and above up to $60 million in annual funds needed to service the bond debt.
—Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2024
But opponents noted that over those 40 years taxpayers would pay about $2 billion to cover debt payments and subsidize the teams, which would have shared in revenues over and above what was needed to cover those annual payments for the stadium projects.
—Mike Hendricks, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2024
Give a little extra, network, use your charm and be willing to go over and above the call of duty.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2024
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For The Carroll County Times, Baltimore Sun, 23 June 2024
The school expects the private university’s hefty profits will bring in millions in profits for the state over and above up to $60 million in annual funds needed to service the bond debt.
—Ian Max Stevenson, Idaho Statesman, 28 May 2024
But opponents noted that over those 40 years taxpayers would pay about $2 billion to cover debt payments and subsidize the teams, which would have shared in revenues over and above what was needed to cover those annual payments for the stadium projects.
—Mike Hendricks, Kansas City Star, 3 Apr. 2024
Give a little extra, network, use your charm and be willing to go over and above the call of duty.
—Eugenia Last, The Mercury News, 10 Apr. 2024
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The Wall Reserved exclusively for the most devoted Clippers fans, The Wall features 51 consecutive rows near the baseline beside the visitors’ bench.Anthony De Leon, Los Angeles Times, 23 Oct. 2024
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Josh covered his mouth with his hand as Abbie appeared to laugh on the floor, rolling beside her 3-year-old daughter, Poppy.Zoey Lyttle, People.com, 22 Oct. 2024
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Put together with his Spotify listeners, this comprises an audience of approximately 52.5 million.Brittany Shepherd, ABC News, 25 Oct. 2024
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They were specifically designed to cut together with the footage that [original expedition cinematographer Frank] Hurley shot.Allegra Rosenberg, Condé Nast Traveler, 25 Oct. 2024
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But his death had many contributing factors besides being unable to breath while face down on the ground.Kevin Grasha, Cincinnati.com, 2 June 2020
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The airline’s crew members and ground services personnel are undergoing detailed health check-ups at regular intervals, besides wearing protective gear at all times.Niharika Sharma, Quartz India, 31 May 2020
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Overview Few cars are capable of serving the gods of both comfort and sportiness as well as the 2023 BMW 3-series sedan.Eric Stafford, Car and Driver, 22 Mar. 2023
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This duo increases cell turnover and gives retinol-like results, like improving texture, redness, firmness, as well as the appearance of fine line and wrinkles, without the negative side effects.Katie Intner, Harper's BAZAAR, 21 Mar. 2023
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“Over and above.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/over%20and%20above. Accessed 5 Nov. 2024.
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