as in loading
to fill or load to excess
try not to overload your backpack, or you could end up with back problems
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Recent Examples of overloading
The combo of overloading the midfield, keeping possession, counterpressing swiftly and making chances count is where this game is won.
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Dean Jones,
New York Times,
18 June 2026
To get the most out of a quick wash, use less detergent (preferably liquid or HE), avoid overloading, and don’t rely on it for sanitizing or deep cleaning.
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Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Avoid overloading to prevent slower drying.
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Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
Remove Unnecessary Work When staffing levels are insufficient, the first mistake is trying to maintain quality by overloading the remaining employees.
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Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Wash new items before use, follow care labels, and avoid overloading the washer to ensure a thorough clean.
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Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
Ask your stylist to avoid overloading the hair with blonde and to keep contrast soft.
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Amanda Le,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
To prevent this shifting audio from overloading their sensitive ears, bats constantly adjust their outgoing vocalizations.
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Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
Dean Jones,
New York Times,
18 June 2026
To get the most out of a quick wash, use less detergent (preferably liquid or HE), avoid overloading, and don’t rely on it for sanitizing or deep cleaning.
—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
17 June 2026
Avoid overloading to prevent slower drying.
—
Abby Wolner,
Better Homes & Gardens,
14 June 2026
Remove Unnecessary Work When staffing levels are insufficient, the first mistake is trying to maintain quality by overloading the remaining employees.
—
Expert Panel®,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
Wash new items before use, follow care labels, and avoid overloading the washer to ensure a thorough clean.
—
Jamie Cuccinelli,
Martha Stewart,
2 June 2026
Ask your stylist to avoid overloading the hair with blonde and to keep contrast soft.
—
Amanda Le,
InStyle,
24 May 2026
To prevent this shifting audio from overloading their sensitive ears, bats constantly adjust their outgoing vocalizations.
—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
19 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overloading
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Charles Brooks admitted to retrieving and loading a handgun and chambering a round before trying to separate the two women, the news release stated.
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The same rumors that started last summer about schools loading up on transfers are circulating again this summer.
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Sheridan blamed the settlement for overburdening the department.
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Security concerns and overburdening the area also contributed to the Rose Bowl’s limited schedule.
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Some fails stem from people overfilling the molds.
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To reduce ice crystal formation and freezer burn, use airtight packaging and avoid overfilling the freezer so air can circulate properly.
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The insurance commissioner plays the vital role of making sure that insurance companies aren’t overcharging consumers and unjustifiably denying claims after policyholders’ premiums are paid.
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Like conventional antitrust enforcers, Lynn faulted these corporate behemoths for overcharging consumers, undercutting their competition, and preventing innovation.
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“Overloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overloading. Accessed 29 Jun. 2026.
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