overboard in a sentence
adv.
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Definition
OVERBOARD: adverb meaning to go beyond what is reasonable or necessary, often resulting in excess or to fall from a ship into the water.
Crossword clues for overboard
Crossword clue ideas and answer hints for the word "overboard".
- Falling from a ship into the sea.
- Going too far in actions or emotions.
- Exceeding limits with enthusiasm or energy.
- Taking things to an extreme degree.
- Being excessive in behavior or spending.
Overboard sentence examples
- He was so excited about the trip that he went overboard with the decorations.
- During the storm, the captain ordered everyone to secure their belongings or risk losing them overboard.
- Her enthusiasm for the project went overboard, resulting in a budget that far exceeded expectations.
- After an argument, he felt like he had thrown his feelings overboard and lost sight of the relationship.
- The toddler jumped overboard from the boat, but thankfully, the lifeguard was quick to rescue him.