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overclock

Verb CEFR B2

Definitions

To run a processor (CPU), or any electronic logic device, at a speed higher than is recommended by the manufacturer.

transitive

Equivalents

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Examples

““You need⟳ to know⟳ something else,” Cora said. “In order⟳ for us to survive⟳ this, SAM-E is going to...” What was the best word? “Overclock my system. For a short time, I will be a human wrecking ball. One that will hopefully get⟳ us through this facility.””

CEFR level

B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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