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 washing machine basket to allow water to circulate freely throughout the load.
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Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
To give Kerkez credit, the Hungary international did well to head two crosses clear in the final stage of the game, with Everton players similarly overloading that far side.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Then there are the freight elevators, broken from overloading.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Pilots rely on the aircraft's operating manual to verify limits and avoid overloading.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Conversely, overloading new hires with information, leaving them without guidance or misrepresenting the job can quickly erode excitement and lead to early and expensive turnover.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
These tools help make information accessible without overloading people.
—Sonali Bloom, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
These kinds of outlets can protect you from dangerous electrocutions, while others can protect you and your home from overloading the outlet, which can cause fires.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Karen Brewer Grossman, Southern Living, 18 Oct. 2025
To give Kerkez credit, the Hungary international did well to head two crosses clear in the final stage of the game, with Everton players similarly overloading that far side.
—Mark Carey, New York Times, 16 Oct. 2025
Then there are the freight elevators, broken from overloading.
—David Hudnall, Kansas City Star, 2 Oct. 2025
Pilots rely on the aircraft's operating manual to verify limits and avoid overloading.
—Lucy Notarantonio, MSNBC Newsweek, 17 Sep. 2025
Conversely, overloading new hires with information, leaving them without guidance or misrepresenting the job can quickly erode excitement and lead to early and expensive turnover.
—Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
These tools help make information accessible without overloading people.
—Sonali Bloom, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
These kinds of outlets can protect you from dangerous electrocutions, while others can protect you and your home from overloading the outlet, which can cause fires.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overloading
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After Oracle 's huge $18 billion bond sale last month, the market has become a little more wary of AI companies loading up on debt to spend on AI.—
Jeff Marks,
CNBC,
22 Oct. 2025
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This time, Wilson activated his bullpen as Castillo waded through the next four batters, loading the bases for lefty Daulton Varsho.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
17 Oct. 2025
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Many surrounding communities have successfully implemented similar programs, leading to more diverse housing options without overburdening taxpayers.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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Conversely, an organized return and reintegration process could allow Syria to achieve lasting economic and political stability without overburdening the state’s institutions, Syrian civil society, or aid agencies.—
Jesse Marks,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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California is the biggest target after the state self-reported overcharging the federal government for health care services delivered to immigrants without legal status, determined to be at least $500 million, spurring the threat of a lawsuit.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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California is the biggest target after the state self-reported overcharging the federal government for health care services delivered to immigrants without legal status, determined to be at least $500 million, spurring the threat of a lawsuit.—
Angela Hart,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Overloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overloading. Accessed 27 Oct. 2025.
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