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located or occurring above the level of the head
- The overhead lights illuminated the room brightly.
- The overhead bins in the airplane store passengers' luggage.
- She glanced at the overhead clouds, predicting rain.
- The overhead bridge provides pedestrians a safe crossing over the highway.
- The overhead speakers broadcast announcements throughout the building.
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(of a pass, hit, etc. in sports) executed from a position above head height
- The player executed an overhead smash at the net to win the point.
- Squash typically involves fewer overhead shots compared to badminton or tennis.
- The basketball player made an accurate overhead pass to her teammate.
- His overhead serve was powerful and difficult to return.
- Overhead throws are common in handball when aiming for the goal.
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referring to costs or expenses necessary for operating a business, such as rent or utilities
- The business struggled due to its high overhead expenses, including rent and utilities.
- Reducing overhead costs allowed the company to invest more in product development.
- Fixed overhead charges like salaries and insurance are unavoidable for most businesses.
- The restaurant’s profitability improved after lowering its overhead costs, such as electricity and maintenance.
- Startups often operate in shared spaces to minimize overhead expenses during their early stages.