overtop

Example Sentences

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The reservoir behind the dam rose to within 1 foot of the dam’s maximum storage capacity, prompting warnings that water could overtop the dam and worsen already-dangerous conditions downstream, or damage the dam.

From Scientific American • Jul. 13, 2023

Rivers, creeks and streams in several areas are once again forecast to overtop — including some, such as the Cosumnes, Salinas and Russian rivers, that are still swollen from a similar storm last week.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2023

If the rivers overtop their banks, water can inundate the plot safely, reducing flood risk downriver.

From New York Times • Jan. 5, 2023

Although it’s unclear if another derecho will form on Wednesday, strong to severe thunderstorm are again forecast to erupt overtop the heat dome along a corridor from the northern Rockies to the Mid-Atlantic.

From Washington Post • Jul. 6, 2022

They range from six feet two inches to six feet five, and I know that both my sons, when they stretch their full height, will overtop me.

From "Travels with Charley in Search of America" by John Steinbeck