Spill over

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verb

To extend beyond its usual or proper limits.

The conflict has spilled over into neighbouring countries
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  • spill over into
  • spill over effect
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Conflict Spread

Used when situations, especially bad ones, extend to affect other areas or groups.

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The political unrest has begun to spill over into economic sectors.
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Impact Awareness

Implies that the reach of an action or event has broader implications than anticipated.

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The financial crisis is spilling over into global markets.
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Emotional Overflow

Describes when emotions cannot be contained within and affect other aspects of life.

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His joy about the promotion spilled over at the dinner table.
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