arch over someone or something

arch over someone or something
arch over someone or something
to bend or curve over someone or something; to stand or remain bent or curved over someone or something. •

The trees arched gracefully over the walkway.

A lovely bower of roses arched over the bride.


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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