overheat
verb
over·heat
ˌō-vər-ˈhēt 
overheated; overheating; overheats
: to become heated beyond a safe or desirable point
Examples of overheat in a Sentence
I overheated the food in the microwave.
Be careful not to overheat the engine.
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Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
The 100 percent Australian shearling interior has moisture-wicking capability that will prevent your toes from overheating while keeping them warm in cool climates.
—Bria McNeal, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Exceeding these limitations can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2025
The Caribbean endured severe storms in the 2024 hurricane season, including Hurricane Beryl, which occurred far too early because the oceans were overheated by June.
—Elaine Savory, JSTOR Daily, 24 Jan. 2025
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Will Porter, Architectural Digest, 13 Feb. 2025
The 100 percent Australian shearling interior has moisture-wicking capability that will prevent your toes from overheating while keeping them warm in cool climates.
—Bria McNeal, Travel + Leisure, 11 Feb. 2025
Exceeding these limitations can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards.
—Meghan Overdeep, Southern Living, 7 Feb. 2025
The Caribbean endured severe storms in the 2024 hurricane season, including Hurricane Beryl, which occurred far too early because the oceans were overheated by June.
—Elaine Savory, JSTOR Daily, 24 Jan. 2025
See all Example Sentences for overheat
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“Overheat.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overheat. Accessed 21 Feb. 2025.
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