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on top of

denoting the inclusion of something extra alongside existing tasks, responsibilities, or obligationsdenoting the inclusion of something extra alongside existing tasks, responsibilities, or obligations

Examples

On top of her full-time job, she is also pursuing a master's degree.
She had to work late hours on top of her regular shifts.
On top of studying for exams, he also had to prepare for a presentation.

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on top of

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denoting the inclusion of something extra alongside existing tasks, responsibilities, or obligations

On top of her full-time job, she is also pursuing a master's degree.
She had to work late hours on top of her regular shifts.
On top of studying for exams, he also had to prepare for a presentation.
On top of managing the household, she also cares for her elderly parents.
On top of his work commitments, he's also coaching his son's soccer team.

2

positioned on the upper surface of something

The keys were on top of the desk.
The book was on top of the shelf.

3

in a position of control, authority, or mastery

The CEO is on top of the company's operations.
She's on top of her work, managing the team efficiently.