The idiom "burst at the seams" originates from the literal act of something becoming so full or overstuffed that it exceeds its capacity and begins to rupture or burst open at the seams. The phrase is used to emphasize the idea of something being excessively full, strained, or overwhelmed, to the point where it can no longer contain or handle its contents.

What is the origin of the idiom "burst at the seams" and when to use it?

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Definitie en betekenis van "burst at the seams"in het Engels

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