over the years

idiom

: during several/some/many years
The camp has changed a lot over the years.

Examples of over the years in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Here's how the once-modest White House Situation Room has evolved over the years, including what's changed under the Biden administration. Kyler Alvord, Peoplemag, 28 May 2024 The Charleston native began his acting career in 2007, appearing in minor roles in Army Wives, and over the years appeared in shows such as NCIS, The OA, and Westworld. Lester Fabian Brathwaite, EW.com, 27 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for over the years 

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“Over the years.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over%20the%20years. Accessed 1 Jun. 2024.

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