over-the-air
Americanadjective
Etymology
Origin of over-the-air
First recorded in 1970–75
Example Sentences
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Last year, tests carried out for Oslo's Ruter public transport authority revealed that Chinese manufacturer Yutong could theoretically remotely immobilise its electric buses with their "over-the-air" update system.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2026
While Disney plays a delicate game of regulatory defense with FCC chair Brendan Carr on over-the-air television, its sports media empire is facing an existential economic crisis.
From Salon ● Sep. 15, 2026
Most of Tesla’s recalls are corrected via over-the-air software updates—cars never have to visit the shop.
From Barron's ● Jun. 18, 2026
But the NFL makes the case that it offers 87% of its games on free over-the-air television than any other major sport.
From Los Angeles Times ● May 13, 2026
Hyundai said it has developed an over-the-air software update to “enhance the system’s response to contact with occupants or objects, including additional operating safeguards and to enhance overall system safety.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 23, 2026
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