Hanapin
to overrun
01
sumalakay, mang-abala
to invade or overwhelm with a large number, surpassing defenses
Transitive: to overrun a place
Example
The enemy forces attempted to overrun the border, catching the defenders off guard.
During the surprise attack, the invaders sought to overrun the strategically important city.
02
lampas, sumabog
to move beyond a boundary or limit, often in an uncontrolled way
Transitive: to overrun an area or limit
Example
The vines overran the garden, covering the walls and pathways.
The parade overran the street, spilling into nearby lanes.
03
mang-agaw, lumusob
to win against and take the place of someone or something
Transitive: to overrun an opponent or their position
Example
The soldiers overran the opposing forces, occupying their trenches and outposts.
The team overran the competition, taking the championship with ease.
04
lumagpas, umatake
to spill or flow over the edges or boundaries of something
Transitive: to overrun a limit or brim
Example
The river overran its banks, flooding the surrounding fields.
The heavy rain caused the water to overrun the drainage system.
Overrun
01
labis na produksyon, sobra
too much production or more than expected
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