over and above
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The authors of the Declaration of Independence understood that only a government that acknowledges a source of legitimacy over and above politics can protect the individual from the state.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jul. 3, 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 Heathrow source said it made little sense to suggest that passengers would have new runways and terminal buildings for free as they would require investments over and above current regular investment levels.
From BBC • Feb. 14, 2025
He felt something in her over and above the fear she inspired in him.
From "Native Son" by Richard Wright
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