as in succeeded
to turn out as planned or desired
his sales pitch went over as expected and he saw a 200% increase in his commissions
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Recent Examples of went over
An Oxford University study found that from 1960 to 2016, host cities went over budget by an average of 156%.
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The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
The family then went over by the tunnel where the Patriots are introduced, and Jack tried his best to get Henderson’s attention, but couldn’t.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Associate head coach Kimani Young put his hand out to calm his captain down, then went over to Andrew Hurley, who had the replay up on the tablet.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Arnault went over the fashion brands starting with Dior, whose new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, presented his debut couture for the house on Monday, and whose first products arrived in stores on January 2.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
O’Neill went over to salute the small section of Celtic fans as Hearts players took a weary lap of appreciation and then acknowledged their home stadium, Tynecastle, and the bigger picture.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The state might overpay a provider because a parent got a raise, went over the program’s income eligibility, and didn't report it right away.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Legacy Academy junior guard Manolo Vazquez recently went over 2,000 points for his career.
—Erick Taylor, Arkansas Online, 22 Jan. 2026
After security went over to the group and issued them a warning, one member of the party began to get aggressive.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
The Week Us, TheWeek, 9 Feb. 2026
The family then went over by the tunnel where the Patriots are introduced, and Jack tried his best to get Henderson’s attention, but couldn’t.
—Lance Reynolds, Boston Herald, 7 Feb. 2026
Associate head coach Kimani Young put his hand out to calm his captain down, then went over to Andrew Hurley, who had the replay up on the tablet.
—Joe Arruda, Hartford Courant, 31 Jan. 2026
Arnault went over the fashion brands starting with Dior, whose new creative director, Jonathan Anderson, presented his debut couture for the house on Monday, and whose first products arrived in stores on January 2.
—Laure Guilbault, Vogue, 27 Jan. 2026
O’Neill went over to salute the small section of Celtic fans as Hearts players took a weary lap of appreciation and then acknowledged their home stadium, Tynecastle, and the bigger picture.
—Michael Walker, New York Times, 26 Jan. 2026
The state might overpay a provider because a parent got a raise, went over the program’s income eligibility, and didn't report it right away.
—Beki San Martin, Freep.com, 26 Jan. 2026
Legacy Academy junior guard Manolo Vazquez recently went over 2,000 points for his career.
—Erick Taylor, Arkansas Online, 22 Jan. 2026
After security went over to the group and issued them a warning, one member of the party began to get aggressive.
—Emma Kershaw, Forbes.com, 21 Jan. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for went over
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That turned the deadline into a fire sale as the Bulls succeeded in moving every expiring contract except that of Zach Collins, who was essentially off the market because of lingering injuries.—
Julia Poe,
Chicago Tribune,
7 Feb. 2026
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While the Heat over the years have succeeded with smaller guards, the majority of success stories with those of diminutive stature are those with stockier builds, such as Tim Hardaway, Goran Dragic, Kyle Lowry or even current bulldog Davion Mitchell.—
Ira Winderman,
Sun Sentinel,
7 Feb. 2026
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So, owner Robert Kraft went with another familiar face and former Super Bowl champion, this time with head coaching experience already.—
Scott Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
6 Feb. 2026
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As for accessories, Union went mostly minimal, save for a few pieces of gold jewelry to add a pop of color contrast to the mostly monochrome look.—
Julia Teti,
Footwear News,
5 Feb. 2026
Verb
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While Minnesota was hot from deep, the tactic worked out in the end Sunday.—
Andy Greder,
Twin Cities,
8 Feb. 2026
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Jorge Polanco, another career middle infielder, signed to play first base after having worked out at the spot last season with the Seattle Mariners.—
Abbey Mastracco,
New York Daily News,
8 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Udogie came off in the second half at Old Trafford after pulling up while running down the left wing.—
Jay Harris,
New York Times,
8 Feb. 2026
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Officials gave varying numbers as the incident unfolded, but Roache said early Friday that a total of 13 cars decoupled during the derailment and 10 came off tracks.—
Justin Muszynski,
Hartford Courant,
6 Feb. 2026
Verb
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Coupland told him, and something clicked.—
Amy Drew Thompson,
The Orlando Sentinel,
6 Feb. 2026
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Everything clicked in the victory against Purdue.—
Aaron Heisen,
Daily News,
6 Feb. 2026
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