over there
The phrase "over there" is used to indicate a place that is at some distance from the speaker, often requiring movement to reach.
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Definition
A2General
(common)At a place that is distant from the speaker, often indicated by a gesture.
Example
- The keys are over there on the table.
- She pointed and said, 'The store is over there.'
B2Military
(colloquial, historical)Referring to overseas locations, especially in Europe during World War I.
Example
- Many soldiers were sent over there during the war.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "over there":
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