pass overhead

Frequency: 7.09.1 per million words

to move over and past a point from above

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Examples (10)

  • A large flock of birds began to pass overhead, casting long shadows.
  • We watched the international space station pass overhead last night.
  • The thunderous roar of a jet passing overhead rattled the windows.
  • Clouds continued to pass overhead, blocking the sun periodically.
  • A rescue helicopter passed overhead twice but didn't see us.
  • As we hiked, several small planes passed overhead.
  • The sound of geese passing overhead is a sign of autumn.
  • It was a clear night, and we could see satellites pass overhead.
  • The balloon passed overhead so quietly that no one noticed.
  • Heavy bombers would frequently pass overhead during the training.