overflow

Example Sentences

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Passing by on a random weeknight, one might see an overflow of patrons spilling onto Vermont Avenue, as the shop regularly hosts authors to discuss their new books.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 16, 2026

In addition, Calpers maintains investment authority over a so-called overflow fund.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 27, 2026

Their findings suggest that inside lysosomes, this channel acts like an overflow valve, preventing the environment from becoming too acidic.

From Science Daily • Mar. 26, 2026

Municipal meetings overflow with complaints, and local officials do what they can to push back.

From Slate • Feb. 12, 2026

Carts hold tiers of pastries frosted in rose-petal pinks and pearly whites and apple reds, flutes overflow with jewel-tone liquids, and sugar-dusted strawberries and pomegranates sit in glass bowls.

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton