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GrammarJLPT N5

not less than ...

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Definitions

1. not less than ...
2. ... and over
3. beyond (e.g. one's expectations)
4. the above

Means "more than," "at least," or "above" a certain number or level. It indicates that something meets or exceeds a stated standard, and it is also used at the end of a statement to mean "that's all" or "end of message."

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

She had been waiting for over an hour.

Sentence 2

I can't wait any longer — I'm going home.

Sentence 3

He's over twenty, but he acts like a kid.

Sentence 4

I woke up over an hour early today.

Sentence 5

I'm not saying anything more. I mean it.