above (the) maximum

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Higher than the maximum level.

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Examples (10)

  • The water level in the reservoir rose above the maximum safe limit after the heavy rains.
  • The engine temperature went above the maximum operating range, causing it to shut down.
  • For optimal performance, never set the volume above the maximum recommended level.
  • The number of participants for the workshop is strictly limited, so try not to go above the maximum.
  • If the pressure gauge reads above the maximum, there's a risk of explosion.
  • The budget allocation should not go above the maximum amount approved by the committee.
  • The doctor warned him not to take more than the prescribed dose, as it could be dangerous to exceed above the maximum.
  • The data transfer rate climbed above the maximum capacity of the network.
  • Regulations state that the noise level in residential areas must not rise above the maximum allowed decibels.
  • The company's profits soared above the maximum expectations for the quarter.