Spill over
Definition 1 of 3
Pro Tip 1/3Conflict Spread
Used when situations, especially bad ones, extend to affect other areas or groups.
The political unrest has begun to spill over into economic sectors.
Pro Tip 2/3Impact Awareness
Implies that the reach of an action or event has broader implications than anticipated.
The financial crisis is spilling over into global markets.
Pro Tip 3/3Emotional Overflow
Describes when emotions cannot be contained within and affect other aspects of life.
His joy about the promotion spilled over at the dinner table.
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