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overdrive

/ˌoʊvərˈdraɪv/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does overdrive mean?

noun, verb

A state of being in a higher gear than normal, often used to describe a car engine. To drive or operate something at a higher level of intensity or speed.

Example

"The car was in overdrive, speeding down the highway."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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