overproduction

noun

over·​pro·​duc·​tion ˌō-vər-prə-ˈdək-shən How to pronounce overproduction (audio)
-prō-
: the act or an instance of producing too much of something
By law, a French wine maker can only produce so much wine from a given acre of vines. This is meant to prevent uncontrolled—and unconscionable—overproduction.Frank J. Prial
That situation came to a head during the Great Depression, when an extended bout of overproduction led to falling prices and a severe farm crisis.Tom Philpott
The site will give the company better information about customer demand, helping it avoid shortages of popular vehicles and overproduction of duds.Eric Young
In sensitized individuals, normally harmless substances, such as pollens and molds, trigger the overproduction of histamine …Gary Rachelefsky

Examples of overproduction in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Adopting small-batch production minimizes the risk of overproduction and potential waste. Ebony Flake, Essence, 26 Feb. 2024 Above all, senior players are concerned about global overproduction of content. Angus Finney, Variety, 12 Feb. 2024 It’s caused by overproduction of methemoglobin, a form of hemoglobin in the blood, which disrupts proper distribution of oxygen throughout the body. Scott Lafee, San Diego Union-Tribune, 16 Jan. 2023 During booms, or periods of high demand for oil, investors pour money into the industry and trigger overproduction, according to the Colorado School of Mines. Sunny Nagpaul, Fortune, 27 Feb. 2024 During booms, periods of high demand for oil, investors pour in and trigger overproduction, according to the Colorado School of Mines. Sunny Nagpaul, Fortune, 27 Jan. 2024 Insiders point to an overproduction of programming intended to feed streaming demand. Laura Blasey, Los Angeles Times, 21 Nov. 2023 The ‘Me by Canali’ customization initiative further addresses the issue of overproduction by providing personalized options. Cassell Ferere, Forbes, 29 Nov. 2023 In the mid-2000s, the overproduction of wine, stimulated by subsidies, prompted the EU to reform its farm policies. Steve Mollman, Fortune, 27 Aug. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1822, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of overproduction was in 1822

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“Overproduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overproduction. Accessed 29 Mar. 2024.

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