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overboard

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






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He was told to go overboard but was then called back to help the wounded and secure the ship, which was flooding.

From BBC • May 29, 2026

I can’t remember which season where you read your reviews and throw the iPad overboard, but it lives in my mind rent-free.

From Los Angeles Times • May 26, 2026

I love tuna salad and have definitely gone overboard with how often I eat it every week.

From Salon • May 24, 2026

When it comes to supplements or over-the-counter peptides, don’t go overboard.

From Barron's • May 21, 2026

“We...we may have gone overboard for Esperanza’s project once,” Rebecca said slowly.

From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro




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