over the years
phrase
: during several/some/many years
The camp has changed a lot over the years.
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In Miami-Dade alone, homestead fraud investigations have identified thousands of questionable exemptions over the years.
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
The congregation been tested over the years, and has had to continue to prove itself.
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Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Harris’ directorial duties at Playhouse on Park have slowed down over the years.
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Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2026
They can also be used to keep the satellite in orbit over the years, or potentially relocate the satellite later down the line.
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Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
4 July 2026
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Sun Sentinel Editorial Board,
Sun Sentinel,
5 July 2026
The congregation been tested over the years, and has had to continue to prove itself.
—
Andrew Carter,
Chicago Tribune,
5 July 2026
Harris’ directorial duties at Playhouse on Park have slowed down over the years.
—
Christopher Arnott,
Hartford Courant,
5 July 2026
They can also be used to keep the satellite in orbit over the years, or potentially relocate the satellite later down the line.
—
Christopher McFadden,
Interesting Engineering,
4 July 2026
See All Example Sentences for over the years
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“Over the years.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20the%20years. Accessed 7 Jul. 2026.
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