1. instances of liquid flowing over the edge of a container
Usage: plural
2. excess amounts that exceed normal capacity
Usage: plural

1. flows over the edge or limits of something
Usage: third person singular present
2. exceeds the capacity or limits of something
Usage: third person singular present

Examples

• The bathtub overflows when left running too long.
• Her enthusiasm overflows into everything she does.
• The stadium overflows with excited fans during playoffs.
• The sink overflows if you don’t watch the water level.
• Several overflows occurred during the heavy rainfall.
• The parking lot overflows were directed to nearby streets.
• Population overflows from the city spread to suburbs.