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Discover LudwigThe phrase "are overhead" is correct and usable in written English.
It can be used to indicate that something is located above or in the upper part of a space, often referring to physical objects or conditions.
Example: "The lights are overhead, illuminating the entire room."
Alternatives: "are above" or "are in the ceiling".
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are overhead
noun
The expense of a business not directly assigned to goods or services provided.
Exact(26)
Things are overhead.
Storm clouds are overhead.
Jackdaws, peregrines, kittiwakes, and kestrels are overhead.
Huge televisions are overhead, and the bar, though rustic, is backlighted with flashing colored lights.
The only opposition the militants face are overhead drones operated by America's CIA.
The street lights are overhead; you hear dogs barking and screen doors slamming.
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Attack helicopters were overhead.
Shoppers were overhead.
Wiring is overhead.
A half-tester canopy was overhead.
"There were overhead expenses and no revenues".
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