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OTT

British

abbreviation

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Example Sentences

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The decor is a bit "OTT" he says, but adds: "It is what it is."

From BBC • Dec. 29, 2025

Since it launched in February 2017, OTT has provided a source of stories for the BBC, The Sunday Times, Channel 4 documentaries and more.

From BBC • Dec. 21, 2024

“We are seeing an additional boost in our internal numbers across OTT platforms of an additional 60% in audience above the cable/satellite reach.”

From Washington Times • Apr. 26, 2023

The cable giant will also stream the broadcast for “pay TV subscribers via CNN.com and CNN OTT and mobile apps, or CNN go where available,” according to a news release from the Kennedy Center.

From Washington Post • Jan. 19, 2023

OTT: Will it please you to enter the house farther, gentlemen?

From Epicoene: Or, the Silent Woman by Jonson, Ben

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