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verb

Definition of overloadsnext
present tense third-person singular of overload
as in loads
to fill or load to excess try not to overload your backpack, or you could end up with back problems

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overloads

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noun

plural of overload
as in surcharges

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  1. packages
  2. packets
  3. bales
Noun
  • Millions of letters and packages poured in from families.
    Eli Wizevich, Smithsonian Magazine, 24 Dec. 2024
  • The recall was initiated for 24-count packages of Kirkland Signature Organic Pasture Raised with a UPC of 9661910680.
    James Powel, USA TODAY, 24 Dec. 2024
Definition of packages
Noun
  • Popular premade mixes sold in tins or individual packets make hot cocoa an easy and accessible treat.
    Alexandra Emanuelli, Southern Living, 23 Dec. 2024
  • Fill up the bottom of your mini greenhouse with pre-moistened seed starting mix and plant your seeds according to the instructions on your seed packets.
    Lauren Landers, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Dec. 2024
Definition of packets
Noun
  • India’s production decreased by -500,000 bales to 24 million.
    Catherine Salfino, Sourcing Journal, 10 Oct. 2024
  • In recent years, one of the farm’s employees, Juan Ramirez, has crafted giant minions out of hay bales that are visible from the freeway.
    Tribune News Service, The Mercury News, 19 Oct. 2024
Definition of bales
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