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over and above

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over and above something
Fig. more than something; in addition to something. I'll need another twenty dollars over and above the amount you have already given me. You've been eating too much food over and above what is required for good nutrition. That's why you're gaining weight.
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over and above
in addition to a particular amount or thing Pensioners will receive an increase of £5 per week over and above inflation. The average family pays 40% of their income in taxes, and that's over and above their mortgage, bills, and food.
See That's all over!, over my dead body, It's not over until the fat lady sings, be in over head, be over the hill, be over the hump, be over the moon, be over the top
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over and above something
in addition to something We spent $1000 on hotels, and that's over and above food and entertainment.
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