overheat
verb
over·heat
ˌō-vər-ˈhēt 
overheated; overheating; overheats
: to become heated beyond a safe or desirable point
Examples of overheat in a Sentence
I overheated the food in the microwave.
Be careful not to overheat the engine.
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The breathable fabric wicks away sweat to keep you from overheating during workouts.
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They’re designed to keep you warm in the fall and throughout the winter without overheating you when temperatures fluctuate.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
Be careful not to overheat liquids or foods in the microwave.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
Make sure your bedding is comfortable and keeps you from overheating, and consider choosing a color that isn't too vibrant.
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Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 31 Jan. 2026
They’re designed to keep you warm in the fall and throughout the winter without overheating you when temperatures fluctuate.
—Caroline Hughes, Travel + Leisure, 29 Jan. 2026
Be careful not to overheat liquids or foods in the microwave.
—Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 27 Jan. 2026
Make sure your bedding is comfortable and keeps you from overheating, and consider choosing a color that isn't too vibrant.
—Kylie Petty, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2026
See All Example Sentences for overheat
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“Overheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overheat. Accessed 5 Feb. 2026.
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