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overboard

[oh-ver-bawrd, -bohrd] / ˈoʊ vərˌbɔrd, -ˌboʊrd /






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In a statement, Carnival confirmed that a passenger had gone overboard.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 21, 2026

Later, the first words he uttered on radio were about not going "overboard" after back-to-back wins against their city rivals.

From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026

One sailor who reportedly jumped overboard is only 19 — practically still a kid.

From Salon ● Aug. 17, 2026

A U.S. official confirmed that a person went overboard the Lincoln in early August but was quickly rescued.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 15, 2026

Keep your curiosity within reason, and do not let your questions go overboard.

From "The Hidden Gallery" by Maryrose Wood




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