Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for excessing
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Rather than downsizing into retirement communities, affluent buyers are investing in residences that can support them for decades, blurring the line between luxury estate and private wellness retreat.—
Abby Montanez,
Robb Report,
15 June 2026 -
O’Neill push the narrative that BP’s downsizing and simplifying efforts won’t slow down in the absence of Manifold, who was previously brought on to help enact internal changes.—
Jordan Blum,
Fortune,
9 June 2026
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Do any pruning in spring or summer, and focus on removing dead or damaged branches and leaves, getting rid of crossing branches, and thinning out crowded areas to improve airflow.—
Karen Brewer Grossman,
Southern Living,
8 Dec. 2025
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In reality, removing these credits without a credible alternative would hit many families hard, especially those already relying on the subsidies to keep coverage affordable.—
Suzanne Blake,
MSNBC Newsweek,
8 Dec. 2025
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According to Kim, trimming also helps to maintain the hair’s shape and manageability.—
Danielle Sinay,
Glamour,
9 Dec. 2025
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With Christmas approaching, Kevin Costner is in the midst of trimming his tree.—
Erin Jensen,
USA Today,
9 Dec. 2025
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Josh, however, did become de facto day-to-day manager of the Nuggets for several months during the 2024-25 season after sacking head coach Michael Malone and general manager Calvin Booth.—
Dan Sheldon,
New York Times,
22 May 2026
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But so far the government has decided not to intervene by sacking him and backpedalling on allowing Russia to participate.—
Nick Vivarelli,
Variety,
6 May 2026
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Media covered the story briefly before dismissing it as youthful overreaction or isolated activism.—
Steve Denning,
Forbes.com,
14 June 2026
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Mirren is dismissing talk that there is a beef between the costars.—
Derek Lawrence,
Entertainment Weekly,
11 June 2026
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In 2018, Rita Ferro succeeded the retiring Erhardt as the ESPN sales boss under a new title (president, Disney ad sales).—
Anthony Crupi,
Sportico.com,
16 June 2026
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Dominic Murphy, who has spent two decades investigating such activities — including previous high-profile attacks — and who oversaw the initial investigation into the fires before retiring in March.—
Emma Burrows,
Los Angeles Times,
16 June 2026
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“Excessing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/excessing. Accessed 18 Jun. 2026.
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