over and above
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Thirdly, the government is promising better cross-Pennine links, over and above the improvements that are already under way.
From BBC • May 13, 2026
That is presumably over and above the existing tariffs.
From Barron's • Jan. 21, 2026
Meanwhile, costly cities such as New York, Seattle and several California towns would require as much as $94,000 a year over and above Social Security to cover necessities, a new study found.
From MarketWatch • Oct. 23, 2025
The perks of the contract include an annual $50,000 retirement annuity over and above his salary.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 17, 2025
He was given a room; he was told that he would receive extra money for himself, over and above his weekly wages.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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