over
The word 'over' is very versatile and can change meaning depending on whether it is used as a preposition, adverb, or adjective. When talking about numbers or amounts, 'over' is a common way to say 'more than'. For example, 'over 100 people' means more than 100 people. In casual conversation, 'it's over' is often used to describe the end of a relationship or a specific event, meaning it has completely finished.
💬Casual Conversation
🎬Tuesday afternoon in a corporate office; Jessica is staring at a deadline tracker.
Jessica
Mark, the client call ended ten minutes ago. Is it finally over?
Mark
Yeah, totally. I'm just zoning out for a bit before I tackle that report.
💡
Jessica uses 'over' as an adjective meaning 'finished', reflecting her anxiety about the schedule. Mark responds with 'zoning out' (slang for daydreaming/losing focus), highlighting his slacker persona.
Meanings
preposition
Extending directly above something or someone, without touching.
"The bird flew over the house."
preposition
More than; in excess of a particular amount or number.
"There were over fifty people at the meeting."