overstuff
verb
over·stuff
ˌō-vər-ˈstəf 
overstuffed; overstuffing; overstuffs
1
: to stuff too full
2
: to cover (a piece of furniture, such as a chair or sofa) completely and deeply with upholstery
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This set of three bags from Packism features lightweight yet durable options, with enough space for in-flight and overnight essentials without overstuffing.
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Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
When using a tumble dryer, do not overstuff the load.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
Giant mesh bags overstuffed with porous Parazoa dangle from its sides.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
The key is finding a set that can withstand being consistently overstuffed, and these meet the mark.
—Kayla Blanton, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
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Annita Katee, Travel + Leisure, 8 Jan. 2026
When using a tumble dryer, do not overstuff the load.
—Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 4 Jan. 2026
Giant mesh bags overstuffed with porous Parazoa dangle from its sides.
—Tara Massouleh McCay, Southern Living, 4 Jan. 2026
The key is finding a set that can withstand being consistently overstuffed, and these meet the mark.
—Kayla Blanton, PEOPLE, 20 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overstuff
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“Overstuff.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overstuff. Accessed 13 Jan. 2026.
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