overconsumption
noun
over·con·sump·tion
ˌō-vər-kən-ˈsəm(p)-shən 
: excessive consumption or use of something
the overconsumption of fossil fuels
overconsumption of alcohol
The flip side of deficient saving, of course, is overconsumption. At its peak in 1987, household expenditure as a percentage of national income was 74%, almost four percentage points above the highest levels reached during the previous two decades.—
Robert S. Gay
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Frustrated by rising prices and overconsumption, a growing league of people are swearing off unnecessary purchases altogether.
—Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2025
Emergency Preparedness and Medical Assistance Having emergency medical services (EMS) on-site is essential to address potential health concerns, including dehydration, anxiety attacks, or overconsumption.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
Today, that early evolutionary make-up, coupled with the easy access to salt that modern life provides, leads to plenty of opportunities for overconsumption.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
In general, overconsumption of garlic can produce side effects, including garlic breath, digestive issues, bloating, stomach pains, gas and heartburn.
—Peter Burke, Fox News, 25 Mar. 2025
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Alix Martichoux, The Hill, 15 Feb. 2025
Emergency Preparedness and Medical Assistance Having emergency medical services (EMS) on-site is essential to address potential health concerns, including dehydration, anxiety attacks, or overconsumption.
—Matt Rozo, Mercury News, 1 Apr. 2025
Today, that early evolutionary make-up, coupled with the easy access to salt that modern life provides, leads to plenty of opportunities for overconsumption.
—Jenny Lehmann, Discover Magazine, 28 Mar. 2025
In general, overconsumption of garlic can produce side effects, including garlic breath, digestive issues, bloating, stomach pains, gas and heartburn.
—Peter Burke, Fox News, 25 Mar. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overconsumption
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“Overconsumption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overconsumption. Accessed 30 Apr. 2025.
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