overfilling
Example Sentences
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Spoon a modest amount of jam into each center; resist overfilling, since hot jam often seemingly has ambitions of its own.
From Salon ● Jul. 20, 2026
Be sure to keep your fridge around 35-38 degrees F, and avoid overfilling to allow for sufficient airflow, which removes moisture and prevents mold growth, Lambertini advises.
From National Geographic ● Nov. 10, 2023
AAA offers additional gas saving tips — which include using cruise control when possible, not overfilling your tank at the pump and removing unneeded items in your car’s trunk to cut down on excess weight.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 2, 2023
Avoid overfilling the washing machine, stick to low temperatures and handwash your delicates.
From The Guardian ● Jan. 12, 2020
It was a sudden torrential rain, overfilling the river, and Toby couldn’t stop the water from coming over the banks.
From "We'll Fly Away" by Bryan Bliss
