1
as in overloading
to fill or load to excess
overfilled the wheelbarrow with bricks until finally no one could push it
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2
as in spilling
to flow over the brim or top of
water overfilled the tub and poured onto the floor
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The Rays led 2-0 with a chance to blow things open in the sixth inning after loading the bases with none out against Braves newcomer Rafael Montero on two walks and a single.—
David O'Brien,
New York Times,
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In the now-viral clip, the working breed is seen doing domestic chores—including placing shoes in a different room, tossing paper into a bin and loading laundry into a basket—after receiving verbal cues from his owner.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
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The race is technically nonpartisan but has become a de facto partisan contest, with millions of dollars flooding in from billionaire donors and outside special interest groups.—
Barnini Chakraborty,
The Washington Examiner,
31 Mar. 2025
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And in so doing, that familiar feeling of hope and optimism has come flooding back for Bears fans, who just three months ago were again left downtrodden and dejected during an abysmal 10-game losing streak.—
Sean Hammond,
Chicago Tribune,
20 Mar. 2025
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Many surrounding communities have successfully implemented similar programs, leading to more diverse housing options without overburdening taxpayers.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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Conversely, an organized return and reintegration process could allow Syria to achieve lasting economic and political stability without overburdening the state’s institutions, Syrian civil society, or aid agencies.—
Jesse Marks,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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Kitty Kat Rescue jumped in after hearing about these kittens being left in the bag, especially since the rescue organization was overflowing with 65 cats, just as many shelters are experiencing.—
Raja Krishnamoorthi,
Newsweek,
13 Mar. 2025
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Luckily, Amazon’s fashion department is overflowing with affordable flare jeans to snag ahead of spring.—
Clara McMahon,
People.com,
13 Mar. 2025
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“Overfilling.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overfilling. Accessed 17 Apr. 2025.
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