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above
01
in, at, or to a higher position
Example
The birds soared gracefully above the treetops.
The clouds drifted lazily above the mountain peaks.
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(in writing) at an earlier place
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*** greater in number, level or age
above
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to or at a higher position or place than something or someone
Example
The airplane flies high above the clouds.
The fireworks explode in the sky above us.
Example
The team prioritizes teamwork above individual achievements.
Quality is placed above quantity in their production process.
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used to indicate that a quality or action is better than or superior to a specified standard
Example
His performance is above the average for his age group.
The project 's success is above expectations.
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used to indicate a higher position or status in terms of rank, authority, or hierarchy
Example
She holds a position above her colleagues due to her experience.
The captain is ranked above the lieutenant in the military structure.
above
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appearing earlier in the same text
Above
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an earlier section of a written text
