Above

OVER

Think of a preposition that describes something covering or surpassing another, like a bridge spanning a river.

"Above" is a straightforward clue where the answer is a simple synonym. The word "over" means the same thing as "above" in terms of position—like something placed higher or covering another object. There’s no hidden wordplay here; it’s a direct definition you’d use in everyday language. Think of a bird flying over a house or a blanket pulled over you.