: extremely or excessively flamboyant or outrageous
an over-the-top performance

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But the over-the-top operation in South Park generated a nationwide debate, not all of it rational, and a unified response of condemnation from San Diego Democratic leaders, including four members of the local congressional delegation. Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 6 June 2025 The network also promoted its over-the-top streaming service, priced at $349.99 per year or $29.99 per month. Jason Clinkscales, Sportico.com, 5 June 2025 Both serve over-the-top steak-a-ramas with multiple cuts of meat and local wines. Liza B. Zimmerman, Forbes.com, 3 June 2025 From custom designer fits to sleek limousines and over-the-top entrances, teens are taking prom to A-list levels. Elizabeth Ayoola, Essence, 3 June 2025 See All Example Sentences for over-the-top

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First Known Use

1980, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of over-the-top was in 1980

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“Over-the-top.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/over-the-top. Accessed 11 Jun. 2025.

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