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to bubble over
[phrase form: bubble]
01
(of a liquid or substance) to boil and spill over the edges of its container
Example
The hot milk bubbled over when I forgot to adjust the temperature.
As the pot heated up, the coffee bubbled over, creating a mess.
The soup bubbled over when it boiled too quickly.
02
to have a feeling or emotion become so strong that it becomes visible to others
Example
She could n't contain her joy, and it bubbled her over during the celebration.
The happiness brought forth by the news bubbled her over, making her smile uncontrollably.
As the announcement was made, excitement bubbled over in the crowd.
