Phrasal Verbs With 'Spill'

Spill out phrasal verb

  1. Meaning: When large numbers of people leave a place at the same time
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: The crowd SPILLED OUT onto the streets after the match had ended.
  2. Meaning: Come or flow out of a box, container, etc
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: The container was cracked and the chemicals SPILLED OUT.
  3. Meaning: Express or display emotions openly
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: I let my frustration SPILL OUT.

Spill over phrasal verb

  1. Meaning: When something bad has a wider impact on other people or situations
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: The protests and demonstrations have SPILLED OVER into neighbouring states.
  2. Meaning: Flow over the edge or top of a container
    (Intransitive | International English)
    » Example: I forgot to turn the tap off and the water SPILLED OVER.

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