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as in teeming
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as in overloaded
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as in spilling
to flow over the brim or top of
while the wine steward stood there gawking at the nearby celebrity, my expensive champagne was overflowing its glass and pouring onto our table
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as in flooding
to cover with a flood
the swollen river overflowed the surrounding land and washed several houses away
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as in bursting
to be copiously supplied
a magazine that usually overflows with home-repair tips for the do-it-yourselfer
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Recent Examples of overflowing
Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These pros know exactly where to begin when tackling a disaster of a bedroom closet or an overflowing kitchen cupboard.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
To the right of the overflowing lunch table, Lomeli starts pulling out more bottles from his bar—where a large surrealist-style portrait of Clase Azul’s founder and CEO with a bird on his shoulder watches over his personal collection.
—Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Some fell into disarray, with trash piling up and toilets overflowing.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
The sight of the overflowing toy collection was a striking testament to the kindness and generosity of everyone who participated.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Kurt’s key takeaways Dealing with an overflowing inbox doesn't have to be daunting.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 15 Dec. 2024
This generous gift is overflowing with classic crowd-pleasers like See's Toffee-ettes, Milk Chocolate Balls, Truffles and more.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Step inside and you’re greeted by a deli counter overflowing with tempting options, from savory puff pastries and chipá cheese bread to ricotta cake and Jewish Argentine nods like knishes and challah egg salad sandwiches.
—Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
Verb
Her schedule is overflowing with music videos, editorial shoots, and celebrity appointments, as well as behind-the-scenes work on her nail jewelry brand, Wear Unistella.
—Sarah Y. Wu, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
These pros know exactly where to begin when tackling a disaster of a bedroom closet or an overflowing kitchen cupboard.
—Melissa Locker, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
To the right of the overflowing lunch table, Lomeli starts pulling out more bottles from his bar—where a large surrealist-style portrait of Clase Azul’s founder and CEO with a bird on his shoulder watches over his personal collection.
—Chloe Sorvino, Forbes, 20 Dec. 2024
Some fell into disarray, with trash piling up and toilets overflowing.
—Eric Lagatta, USA TODAY, 19 Dec. 2024
The sight of the overflowing toy collection was a striking testament to the kindness and generosity of everyone who participated.
—Noel Burgess, Forbes, 17 Dec. 2024
Kurt’s key takeaways Dealing with an overflowing inbox doesn't have to be daunting.
—Kurt Knutsson, Cyberguy Report, Fox News, 15 Dec. 2024
This generous gift is overflowing with classic crowd-pleasers like See's Toffee-ettes, Milk Chocolate Balls, Truffles and more.
—Chelsea Davis, Forbes, 13 Dec. 2024
Step inside and you’re greeted by a deli counter overflowing with tempting options, from savory puff pastries and chipá cheese bread to ricotta cake and Jewish Argentine nods like knishes and challah egg salad sandwiches.
—Allie Lazar, Saveur, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overflowing
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If anxiety still comes flooding back at night, Brown recommends keeping a journal by your bed to jot down a quick note or reminder about whatever is troubling you.—
Jamie Ducharme,
TIME,
23 Dec. 2024
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Is flooding possible as thaw, rain comes next week?—
Craig Shoup,
The Tennessean,
22 Dec. 2024
Verb
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An intellectually dense film bursting with ideas, some of them contradictory, some troubling, all of them provocative.—
Damon Wise,
Deadline,
31 Dec. 2024
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At one point Harry Maguire tried to inject urgency, bursting forward with the ball and urging Alejandro Garnacho and Diogo Dalot to run ahead.—
Laurie Whitwell,
The Athletic,
31 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The key to standing out in a crowded marketplace is crafting a narrative that makes the case for why your diverse experiences and strengths are assets.—
Amanda Miller Littlejohn,
Forbes,
17 Mar. 2025
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The celebrity tequila world is over-saturated, to say the least, but there are some brands in this crowded field that are actually worth checking out.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
14 Mar. 2025
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Street performers and buzzing crowds returned to Bourbon Street on Thursday after police reopened it hours before the Sugar Bowl, which was delayed a day and was expected to draw 70,000 fans to the nearby Superdome.—
Christopher Cann,
USA TODAY,
4 Jan. 2025
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From patient inquiries to administrative notifications, your inbox is probably constantly buzzing.—
Ajay Prasad,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
Adjective
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For all the inflated fan rivalry, Liverpool (Busby’s former club) offered United use of their stadium.—
Michael Walker,
The Athletic,
15 Mar. 2025
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This substantial debt burden casts a long shadow over inflated valuations and raises critical questions about the long-term viability of these capital-heavy bets.—
Joseph Edgar,
Forbes,
14 Mar. 2025
Verb
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White corn is particularly popular among craft distilleries, as the mild flavor of its whiskeys allows other mash bill components, such as rye or barley, and the influence of barrel aging to shine without overwhelming the palate.—
Joseph V Micallef,
Forbes,
8 Jan. 2025
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Some popular online sites might be difficult to access or overwhelming for some age groups to navigate, but a physical card for a physical store could be a better fit.—
Felecia Wellington Radel,
USA TODAY,
23 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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The 24-acre property just east of Interstate 805 is one of three large pieces of underused land that the region’s two most populous cities have agreed to swap when the right opportunity arises.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
13 Mar. 2025
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The peak is clearly visible from Anchorage, the state’s most populous city, and a significant eruption could severely disrupt air traffic.—
Marc Ramirez,
USA TODAY,
12 Mar. 2025
Verb
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These predictions highlight a year brimming with potential, as the industry continues to prove itself as an unstoppable force.—
Leeor Shimron,
Forbes,
23 Dec. 2024
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The planet’s ancient ecosystem might have been brimming over with a richer assortment of plant life than scientists ever thought.—
Maria Mocerino,
Interesting Engineering,
22 Dec. 2024
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“Overflowing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overflowing. Accessed 22 Mar. 2025.
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