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Overheating can lead to heat exhaustion or heatstroke.

From BBC • Aug. 13, 2025

Overheating bearing failures remain a small fraction representing less than 2% of all accidents.

From Seattle Times • Feb. 2, 2024

"Heat radiating off paved streets and walkways is much more intense for dogs than it is for people. Overheating may lead to collapse or even death."

From Salon • Sep. 4, 2023

Overheating a cheese sauce, especially in the oven, can cause its emulsion to break, turning a velvety pasta into a grainy gunge.

From New York Times • Nov. 4, 2021

Overheating is often caused by some condition in the fuel system that produces too rich or too lean mixture.

From Aviation Engines Design?Construction?Operation and Repair by Pag?, Victor Wilfred