over
As a preposition of special relationships, over indicates movement above or across time or place. It can also indicate position or transition.
Examples:
- I’ll work over the weekend to finish the project.
- We hope not to go over budget this year.
- The board has control over the bylaws of the organization.
- Boston has changed over the last few years.
- The bridge will span over the river.
- The new highway will cross over 7 states – nearly 17,000 miles.
- The cross country team ran over 500 km in preparation for this weekend’s meet.
It is not to be confused with more than, an adverbial phrase.