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
Wash linen sheets gently in cold or lukewarm water with a mild detergent, and avoid overloading the washer.
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Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile rich gruyere gives the dish plenty of flavor without overloading it with cheese.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Avoid overloading the disposal and only grind small food scraps to prevent clogs and motor strain.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Minimalist two-tone shoes help balance the trouser silhouette without overloading the look.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
Use simple, clear explanations and focus on the ‘who, what, when, where, and why’ to provide structure without overloading.
—Ella Cerón, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
Presumably, the prospect of raking in another nine figures should go a long way toward dispelling any fears of overloading the tryptophan-adjacent stretch of the NFL calendar.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Mainstream pop was going maximalist by overloading its production with digital whizbangery; indie rock had risen as a rawer alternative.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Her layered drum programming is intricate and well-defined, never overloading or crowding out any particular sound.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 24 Feb. 2026
Olivia McIntosh, Martha Stewart, 27 Apr. 2026
Meanwhile rich gruyere gives the dish plenty of flavor without overloading it with cheese.
—Lisa Cericola, Southern Living, 23 Apr. 2026
Avoid overloading the disposal and only grind small food scraps to prevent clogs and motor strain.
—Ashley Chalmers, The Spruce, 10 Apr. 2026
Minimalist two-tone shoes help balance the trouser silhouette without overloading the look.
—René Chávez Esparza, Glamour, 30 Mar. 2026
Use simple, clear explanations and focus on the ‘who, what, when, where, and why’ to provide structure without overloading.
—Ella Cerón, Parents, 13 Mar. 2026
Presumably, the prospect of raking in another nine figures should go a long way toward dispelling any fears of overloading the tryptophan-adjacent stretch of the NFL calendar.
—Anthony Crupi, Sportico.com, 11 Mar. 2026
Mainstream pop was going maximalist by overloading its production with digital whizbangery; indie rock had risen as a rawer alternative.
—Spencer Kornhaber, The Atlantic, 11 Mar. 2026
Her layered drum programming is intricate and well-defined, never overloading or crowding out any particular sound.
—Dash Lewis, Pitchfork, 24 Feb. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overloading
Verb
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The Rays had a prime chance to at least get even in the sixth, getting two on with one out and loading the bases with two, but failed to score.—
Marc Topkin,
The Orlando Sentinel,
3 May 2026
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The Diamondbacks had a chance to get back in the game in the seventh, loading the bases with two down.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
3 May 2026
Verb
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Sheridan blamed the settlement for overburdening the department.—
Rafael Carranza,
ProPublica,
26 Mar. 2026
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Security concerns and overburdening the area also contributed to the Rose Bowl’s limited schedule.—
Scott M. Reid,
Oc Register,
16 Mar. 2026
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Some fails stem from people overfilling the molds.—
Lisa Gutierrez
April 3,
Kansas City Star,
3 Apr. 2026
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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.—
Olivia McIntosh,
Martha Stewart,
31 Jan. 2026
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In two cases, the DMV fined them a total of $5,000 for overcharging people to get their vehicles after a tow and ordered Lombard to return more than $1,000 to the vehicle owners.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2026
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In two cases, the DMV fined them a total of $5,000 for overcharging people to get their vehicles after a tow and ordered Lombard to return more than $1,000 to the vehicle owners.—
Ginny Monk,
ProPublica,
27 Apr. 2026
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“Overloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overloading. Accessed 8 May. 2026.
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