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
Avoid overloading the washer to ensure towels are thoroughly cleaned and rinsed.
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Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 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
Using ice is another popular method for cleaning a garbage disposal, but experts warn that overloading a drain with ice can clog the drain line, causing backups, and point out that ice, on its own, does not have deodorizing or odor-eliminating properties.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 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
Daley Quinn, Southern Living, 15 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
Using ice is another popular method for cleaning a garbage disposal, but experts warn that overloading a drain with ice can clog the drain line, causing backups, and point out that ice, on its own, does not have deodorizing or odor-eliminating properties.
—Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 May 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
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overloading
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To address this workflow conundrum, Maono has developed the P Series, which directly addresses this shift towards hybrid workflows and connectivity, where equipment needs to be streamlined for multi-device creation without loading on the technical complexity.—
Mark Sparrow,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Of course, Macy is not actually spending late nights at the distillery twisting knobs and loading the wash into fermenters.—
Jonah Flicker,
Robb Report,
14 June 2026
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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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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.—
Riley Bunch,
AJC.com,
4 June 2026
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Like conventional antitrust enforcers, Lynn faulted these corporate behemoths for overcharging consumers, undercutting their competition, and preventing innovation.—
Jonathan Chait,
The Atlantic,
26 May 2026
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“Overloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overloading. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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