sit over

The phrase "sit over" has various meanings based on context, ranging from physical actions to metaphorical uses.

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Definition

B1General

(informal)To move along a seat or bench to make space for someone else.

Example

Could you sit over a bit so I can squeeze in?

B2Card Games

(technical)To be positioned on the left side of another player.

Example

In this game, it's advantageous to sit over the dealer.

C1Emotional/Metaphorical

(figurative)To weigh heavily on someone's mind or to cause distress.

Example

The guilt of his actions sat over him like a dark cloud.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "sit over":

sit under sit on sit with sit in sit for sit upon sit right sit on it sit down sit out sit back sit still take a seat have a seat lie over hold over look over put over have over talk over step over lay over sit up with stand on walk over sit up pop a squat stand in read over go over sitting pretty scoot over come over pull up a chair rest on pass over take the bench stand with lay on hang about stand by stay on