overflow
/ˌoʊvərˈfloʊ/
noun
- An excess or surplus that spills over from a container, space, or system.
- The overflow from the sink flooded the kitchen floor.
- The overflow of data crashed the computer system.
- The parking lot was full, so cars were directed to the overflow lot.
- A situation where there are too many people or things for a given space.
- The concert was so popular that an overflow crowd gathered outside.
- The hotel had an overflow of guests during the holiday weekend.
- The school built an overflow classroom to handle the increase in students.
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verb
- To flow over the edges or limits of a container, area, or capacity.
- The bathtub overflowed because I left the water running.
- The trash can overflowed with empty soda cans.
- The river overflowed its banks after three days of rain.
- To be filled with a strong emotion or quality to the point of expressing it outwardly.
- Her heart overflowed with joy when she saw the surprise party.
- His speech overflowed with gratitude for the support he received.
- The crowd overflowed with excitement as the band took the stage.
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