spill out
phrasal verb
spilled out also spilt out; spilling out; spills out
: to fall, flow, or run over the edge of a container or to cause or allow (something) to fall, flow, or run over the edge of a container
The bag ripped open and the flour spilled out onto the floor.
The bag ripped open and spilled out its contents all over the floor.
She spilled the contents of her purse out on the table.
—sometimes used figurativelyAll his thoughts suddenly came spilling out.
He spilled his thoughts out to her.
Examples of spill out in a Sentence
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The southbound lanes of Interstate 35 in Liberty have reopened after a tractor-trailer overturned in a crash and potatoes spilled out of another truck as traffic backed up, according to a spokesman with the Missouri State Highway Patrol.
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Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2024
Each compartment has a water-resistant cover that zippers shut to protect your beauty essentials (and prevent any leaks from spilling out into the rest of your luggage).
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
Keep all those fillings from spilling out using a sandwich wrap paper of your choice and these tips.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2024
Several porches around the home are perfect for quiet tête-à-têtes, while the kitchen, the living room and the library/TV den all spill out onto a spacious bluestone terrace for convivial indoor-outdoor relaxing and entertaining.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
The resort's focal point is its central infinity pool, which tiers down three levels before spilling out to a spectacular beach — one of the best in the Bay of Banderas.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
The remaining bedrooms all have their own baths, with two spilling out to terraces, and the home’s lower level holds another family room, plus a crafting area, a gym, a workshop, a sauna, and a wine cellar.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
But some of the concerns have spilled out in public comments.
—Kim Barker, New York Times, 15 May 2024
The auction party, which runs from 6 to 9 p.m., will spill out from the gallery at 510 S. First St. into the Parque de los Pobladores across the street, with food provided by Mezcal, wine from Ceja Vineyards, beer from Gordon Biersch and music.
—Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
Robert A. Cronkleton, Kansas City Star, 30 May 2024
Each compartment has a water-resistant cover that zippers shut to protect your beauty essentials (and prevent any leaks from spilling out into the rest of your luggage).
—Clara McMahon, Peoplemag, 30 May 2024
Keep all those fillings from spilling out using a sandwich wrap paper of your choice and these tips.
—Sheena Chihak, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2024
Several porches around the home are perfect for quiet tête-à-têtes, while the kitchen, the living room and the library/TV den all spill out onto a spacious bluestone terrace for convivial indoor-outdoor relaxing and entertaining.
—Mark David, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
The resort's focal point is its central infinity pool, which tiers down three levels before spilling out to a spectacular beach — one of the best in the Bay of Banderas.
—Meagan Drillinger, Travel + Leisure, 11 May 2024
The remaining bedrooms all have their own baths, with two spilling out to terraces, and the home’s lower level holds another family room, plus a crafting area, a gym, a workshop, a sauna, and a wine cellar.
—Wendy Bowman, Robb Report, 17 May 2024
But some of the concerns have spilled out in public comments.
—Kim Barker, New York Times, 15 May 2024
The auction party, which runs from 6 to 9 p.m., will spill out from the gallery at 510 S. First St. into the Parque de los Pobladores across the street, with food provided by Mezcal, wine from Ceja Vineyards, beer from Gordon Biersch and music.
—Sal Pizarro, The Mercury News, 14 May 2024
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“Spill out.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/spill%20out. Accessed 2 Jun. 2024.
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