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overboard
01
over the edge or side of a boat or ship and into the water
Examples
He accidentally dropped his hat overboard while leaning on the railing.
The crew member fell overboard during the storm, prompting a rescue operation.
02
in a manner that involves discarding, rejecting, or abandoning something completely
Examples
The company decided to throw overboard outdated procedures to improve efficiency.
She tossed the old plans overboard, starting fresh with new ideas.
