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swell; congest; exceed
Meanings
3 senses · 15 examplesverb
to swell (solid absorbing liquid)
Used to describe the change in volume of solid matter after absorbing water or other liquids.
Dried beans will swell a lot when soaked in water.
Rehydrated fungus swells to several times its dry size.
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Noodles will get soft and swollen if cooked too long.
The glutinous rice has been soaked for a night and has swollen up.
This kind of sponge will swell greatly after absorbing water.
verb
to be congested (head/face)
Used to describe physical discomfort or flushed appearance due to blood rushing to a part of the body.
He did heavy work all day, and feels dizzy and his head is congested.
After running a few kilometers, his face flushed red with congestion.
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After drinking too much alcohol, his eyes feel congested and uncomfortable.
After staying up late to work overtime, he always feels his head is swollen and congested.
After being exposed to the sun for a long time, his ears felt swollen and hot.
verb
to exceed; to overspend
informalUsed for measured quantities or monetary amounts that exceed expected or budgeted limits.
I overspent on this renovation, far exceeding the budget.
Measure this piece of cloth, it seems to be half a foot longer than marked.
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This month's electricity bill is much higher than expected, over two hundred yuan more than last month.
Don't spend money randomly when shopping, otherwise you will easily exceed your budget.
Measuring this roll of rope shows it is half a meter longer than the labeled length.