spill out

Frequency: 8.518.1 per million words

to flow or fall out of a container or space, often in large numbers (for people).

spillADVERB + spill

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out

Examples (10)

  • After the clubs closed, the drinkers spilled out into the streets.
  • The crowd began to spill out of the stadium after the game ended.
  • When the box tipped over, all the toys spilled out onto the floor.
  • The children's laughter spilled out into the garden from the open window.
  • As soon as the doors opened, the shoppers spilled out into the mall.
  • The true story eventually spilled out, shocking everyone involved.
  • She tried to keep her emotions in check, but they eventually spilled out in tears.
  • The contents of her overloaded bag threatened to spill out at any moment.
  • Sunlight spilled out from behind the clouds, brightening the gloomy day.
  • The refugees spilled out across the border, seeking safety and shelter.