Definition
What this term means
An AI-generated summary that appears at the top of search results, synthesising information from multiple sources.
Why it matters
The business impact
AI overviews are becoming the primary way users consume search results. Being cited as a source drives brand authority.
Used in context
How you might use this term
“Our client appears in AI overviews for 15 high-intent queries in their category.”
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A search query where the user finds their answer directly on the results page without clicking through to a website.
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When an AI response references or links to a source.
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The practice of optimising content for AI-generated answers rather than traditional search results.