as in to exaggerate
to describe or express in too strong terms
the fashion designer's claim that his new line of clothing would revolutionize the way we dress was perhaps overdoing it just a bit
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Recent Examples of overdo
The trend is positive if approached with balance and proper technique, avoiding overdoing it.
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Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
When Your Lawn Needs Watering The first step is to not overdo it.
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Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
Lattes, energy drinks, sodas and pre-workout powders have made caffeine easier to consume than ever and easier to overdo.
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Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
When to Skip Crunches Crunches are generally safe for people with proper form who don’t overdo it.
—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for overdo
Bruce Y. Lee,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2026
When Your Lawn Needs Watering The first step is to not overdo it.
—
Cori Sears,
The Spruce,
14 June 2026
Lattes, energy drinks, sodas and pre-workout powders have made caffeine easier to consume than ever and easier to overdo.
—
Samantha Agate,
Kansas City Star,
12 June 2026
When to Skip Crunches Crunches are generally safe for people with proper form who don’t overdo it.
—
Christa Sgobba,
Health,
11 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for overdo
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overdo
exaggerate
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The four-time Olympian was not exaggerating.
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Many of the studies exaggerate the amount in human organs, the European officials concluded.
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“Overdo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdo. Accessed 28 Jun. 2026.
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