as in loading
to fill or load to excess
try not to overload your backpack, or you could end up with back problems
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Recent Examples of overloading
Conversely, overloading new hires with information, leaving them without guidance or misrepresenting the job can quickly erode excitement and lead to early and expensive turnover.
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Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
These tools help make information accessible without overloading people.
—Sonali Bloom, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
These kinds of outlets can protect you from dangerous electrocutions, while others can protect you and your home from overloading the outlet, which can cause fires.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
At North Carolina, Belichick’s goal is to run a system that mirrors the pros in everything from training to nutrition to terminology without overloading players.
—Matt Baker, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
In the Pacific Northwest, Starlink has even been charging an extra $1,000 demand surcharge to prevent new users from overloading the satellite network.
—PC Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
Alyshia Hull, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
These tools help make information accessible without overloading people.
—Sonali Bloom, Forbes.com, 9 Sep. 2025
These kinds of outlets can protect you from dangerous electrocutions, while others can protect you and your home from overloading the outlet, which can cause fires.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 28 Aug. 2025
At North Carolina, Belichick’s goal is to run a system that mirrors the pros in everything from training to nutrition to terminology without overloading players.
—Matt Baker, New York Times, 21 Aug. 2025
In the Pacific Northwest, Starlink has even been charging an extra $1,000 demand surcharge to prevent new users from overloading the satellite network.
—PC Magazine, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overloading
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In digital services, apply the same scrutiny to login friction, loading messages, or chatbot delays.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes.com,
10 Sep. 2025
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Masters says that taking care of small chores, such as taking out the trash, loading the dishwasher, and emptying the fridge of your own food, shows respect for the host, their belongings, and their home.—
Claire Hoppe Norgaard,
Better Homes & Gardens,
9 Sep. 2025
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Many surrounding communities have successfully implemented similar programs, leading to more diverse housing options without overburdening taxpayers.—
Naperville Sun,
Chicago Tribune,
12 Feb. 2025
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Conversely, an organized return and reintegration process could allow Syria to achieve lasting economic and political stability without overburdening the state’s institutions, Syrian civil society, or aid agencies.—
Jesse Marks,
Foreign Affairs,
11 Feb. 2025
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California is the biggest target after the state self-reported overcharging the federal government for health care services delivered to immigrants without legal status, determined to be at least $500 million, spurring the threat of a lawsuit.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
6 Sep. 2025
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California is the biggest target after the state self-reported overcharging the federal government for health care services delivered to immigrants without legal status, determined to be at least $500 million, spurring the threat of a lawsuit.—
Angela Hart,
Fortune,
5 Sep. 2025
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“Overloading.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overloading. Accessed 17 Sep. 2025.
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