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overflows

  • plural
    of overflow.
    overflow
    verb (used without object)
    to flow or run over, as rivers or water.
  • present tense form
    of overflow (3rd person singular).
    overflow
    verb (used without object)
    to flow or run over, as rivers or water.

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"In Whitstable, we're harnessing both AI and nature-based solutions, and we're investing £90m in improvements to Swalecliffe Wastewater Treatment Works. Together, these measures will dramatically reduce storm overflows in the area."

From BBC ● Sep. 20, 2026

A separate storm overflow map shows storm overflows in "near real time", with overflows remaining visible for 24 hours after they end.

From BBC ● Aug. 1, 2026

Because I’m a stranger who people regularly turn to for financial help, my inbox typically overflows with general questions like the one above.

From MarketWatch ● Jul. 22, 2026

Any cost overflows would be paid for by DWP customers.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 29, 2026

If you try to catch it with cupped hands, it overflows.

From "American Street" by Ibi Zoboi