overheat
verb
over·heat
ˌō-vər-ˈhēt 
overheated; overheating; overheats
: to become heated beyond a safe or desirable point
Examples of overheat in a Sentence
I overheated the food in the microwave.
Be careful not to overheat the engine.
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Alyssa Grabinski, PEOPLE, 16 May 2026
These systems are intended to monitor battery conditions in real time and prevent overheating during large-scale operation.
—Neetika Walter, Interesting Engineering, 15 May 2026
Surging inflation may lead to interest rates that stay higher for longer, in order to prevent the economy from overheating.
—Allie Canal, NBC news, 12 May 2026
Crafted from a signature modal blend, these pieces deliver a silky-smooth feel with lightweight airflow that won't cling or overheat.
—ABC News, 12 May 2026
See All Example Sentences for overheat
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“Overheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overheat. Accessed 19 May. 2026.
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