the above
noun
: something that is mentioned at an earlier point in the same document
If any of the above is incorrect, please let me know.
Contact any of the above for more information.
Examples of the above in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
Footprint Center reserves the right to amend the above list without notice.
—
Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2024
This off-the-shoulder blouse, which pairs perfectly with the Taffeta maxi skirt, is effortlessly chic and accomplishes all of the above.
—Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
When shopping for earplugs is best to consider all of the above factors in addition to choosing the proper fit and right size to ensure protection.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 15 May 2024
Many of the above talent will be attending, as well as Sophia Bush, Austin Nichols, Barbara Alyn Woods, Ashley Rickards, Bevin Prince and Kieren Hutchison.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 10 May 2024
As appealing as many of today’s EVs are, there’s a good chance one with longer range, better features, a more appealing price — or all of the above — will be available in a time frame closer to the expiration of a 36-month lease than the eight-plus years many buyers keep a new car or truck.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 8 May 2024
In addition to the break-ins, he’s dealt with counterfeiters, with vagrants continually disrupting his business, with skyrocketing insurance policies caused by all of the above.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2024
Living With and Managing Pet Dander Allergy All of the above options can be helpful for pet dander allergy management.
—Ray Hainer, Health, 3 May 2024
Breaking down the above ground life cycle of the noisy insect.
—Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 2 May 2024
Ed Masley, The Arizona Republic, 16 May 2024
This off-the-shoulder blouse, which pairs perfectly with the Taffeta maxi skirt, is effortlessly chic and accomplishes all of the above.
—Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 16 May 2024
When shopping for earplugs is best to consider all of the above factors in addition to choosing the proper fit and right size to ensure protection.
—Jacqueline Laurean Yates, ABC News, 15 May 2024
Many of the above talent will be attending, as well as Sophia Bush, Austin Nichols, Barbara Alyn Woods, Ashley Rickards, Bevin Prince and Kieren Hutchison.
—Emily Longeretta, Variety, 10 May 2024
As appealing as many of today’s EVs are, there’s a good chance one with longer range, better features, a more appealing price — or all of the above — will be available in a time frame closer to the expiration of a 36-month lease than the eight-plus years many buyers keep a new car or truck.
—Mark Phelan, Detroit Free Press, 8 May 2024
In addition to the break-ins, he’s dealt with counterfeiters, with vagrants continually disrupting his business, with skyrocketing insurance policies caused by all of the above.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 8 May 2024
Living With and Managing Pet Dander Allergy All of the above options can be helpful for pet dander allergy management.
—Ray Hainer, Health, 3 May 2024
Breaking down the above ground life cycle of the noisy insect.
—Emily Deletter, USA TODAY, 2 May 2024
These examples are programmatically compiled from various online sources to illustrate current usage of the word 'the above.' Any opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback about these examples.
Dictionary Entries Near the above
Cite this Entry
“The above.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20above. Accessed 20 May. 2024.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share