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verb

Definition of overloadsnext
present tense third-person singular of overload
as in loads
to fill or load to excess try not to overload your backpack, or you could end up with back problems

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overloads

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noun

plural of overload
as in surcharges

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  1. packages
  2. packets
  3. bales
Noun
  • Sometimes the best things come in small packages.
    Laura Jackson, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
  • Information on all-inclusive travel and ticket packages can be found here.
    Chris Willman, Variety, 4 Oct. 2024
Definition of packages
Noun
  • One solution is to add other flavor mixers (like Mio drops or Crystal Light packets) to your water to mask the taste.
    Laura Lancaster, Outdoor Life, 2 Oct. 2024
  • Mix in the coffee creamer packets for creaminess.
    Emily Price, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
Definition of packets
Noun
  • In recent years, one of the farm’s employees, Juan Ramirez, has crafted giant minions out of hay bales that are visible from the freeway.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2024
  • In other areas, thousands of hay bales have been placed in rows on the lakebed to help control dust.
    Ian James, Los Angeles Times, 13 Oct. 2024
Definition of bales
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overloading

overloads

overlong

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