Examples of overly in a Sentence
These directions are overly complex.
She's overly sensitive to criticism.
They didn't seem overly concerned about the problem.
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Maresca has stressed the importance of aggression, especially without the ball, but also wants balance so they’re not overly exposed to Barca’s counterattacks.
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
Down the line, being overly full can cause poor sleep, abdominal pain and disrupted bowel movements.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 25 Nov. 2025
Homes that smell a bit stale or even overly fragrant don't set the tone for a welcoming stay.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
The portions were hearty but not overly filling and hit the spot.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025
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Ben Verbrugge, MSNBC Newsweek, 25 Nov. 2025
Down the line, being overly full can cause poor sleep, abdominal pain and disrupted bowel movements.
—Lauren J. Young, Scientific American, 25 Nov. 2025
Homes that smell a bit stale or even overly fragrant don't set the tone for a welcoming stay.
—Tessa Cooper, Southern Living, 25 Nov. 2025
The portions were hearty but not overly filling and hit the spot.
—Nathan Diller, USA Today, 25 Nov. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overly
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“Overly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overly. Accessed 30 Nov. 2025.
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