brim over
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brim over
1. Of a liquid, to flow over the top of a container. Turn off the burner before the soup brims over! If you put too much water in the pot, it might brim over. Please keep an eye on the sauce—I don't want it to brim over while I run to the bathroom.
2. To exhibit something, such as a trait or emotion, to a great degree. With our trip just days away, the kids are totally brimming over with excitement. This song just brims over with emotion. Sarah was brimming over with nervousness, so I tried to reassure her that she'll do a great job in the play.
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brim over (with something)
and brim with somethingto overflow with something. The basket was brimming over with flowers. I was brimming with confidence after my recent success.
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