the above
noun
: something that is mentioned at an earlier point in the same document
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Essence, 14 July 2025
In fact, in light of the above, if Kel’el Ware does struggle during the season, then there might be something about starting Nikola Jovic at power forward.
—Ira Winderman, Sun Sentinel, 13 July 2025
If Superman follows the same release pattern as the above films, viewers can expect to purchase or rent the film on PVOD sometime between Aug. 12 and Aug. 26, since new film releases tend to premiere on digital streaming on Tuesdays.
—Tim Lammers, Forbes.com, 11 July 2025
While not the key factor in Gittens’ decision, the above was prominent among them, and helpful in convincing him that this step, which is a major move in the context of his career, is the right one.
—Sebastian Stafford-Bloor, New York Times, 10 July 2025
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“The above.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/the%20above. Accessed 20 Jul. 2025.
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