excess of

Frequency: 7.512.0 per million words

Indicates an amount of something that is more than necessary or usual, e.g., 'an excess of caution'.

excessNOUN + PREPOSITION

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Examples (10)

  • The company reported profits in excess of $2 million this quarter.
  • Speeds in excess of 70 mph are dangerous on this road.
  • The project cost an excess of $50,000 over the original budget.
  • Temperatures in excess of 40°C were recorded yesterday.
  • The hotel charges for luggage in excess of the weight limit.
  • She donated books in excess of 500 to the library.
  • The building can accommodate visitors in excess of 1,000.
  • Rainfall in excess of normal levels caused flooding.
  • The medication should not be taken in excess of the recommended dose.
  • Property values increased by an excess of 15% this year.