over vs under
over
Definitions
adjective
- having come or been brought to a conclusion
adverb
- throughout a period of time
- over the entire area
- beyond the top or upper surface or edge; forward from an upright position
- at or to a point across intervening space etc.
- throughout an area
noun
- (cricket) the division of play during which six balls are bowled at the batsman by one player from the other team from the same end of the pitch
Examples
Liberal democracy is a fraud, a cover for the power of the elite.
Some were members of Turkey's elite military class known as "pashas," a title of respect harking back to Ottoman military commanders Monday for allegedly planning to blow up mosques in order to trigger a military takeover and overthrow the
But at lunch on the first day we were approached by the helpful Hotel Manager Henri and offered a swap to an overwater bungalow.
under
Definitions
adverb
- in or into a state of subordination or subjugation
- further down
- below some quantity or limit
- down to defeat, death, or ruin
- down below
adjective
- lower in rank, power, or authority
- located below or beneath something else
Examples
Luckily, I have a very understanding boss.
It is recognised as a crime against humanity under international law.
Would reverse flow undergravel filtration be better?