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as in enlarged
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as in excessive
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as in exaggerated
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 Synonyms for overdone
Adjective
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The lawsuit argues the incident is part of a larger pattern of excessive force by deputies.—
Miami Herald,
Miami Herald,
16 May 2025 -
Among its findings were that Banks used excessive force and falsely imprisoned Myles; that Banks’ use of his dog violated Myles’ Fourth Amendment rights; that Banks and the county were both negligent; and that the county violated Myles’ civil rights by failing to properly train and supervise Banks.—
Alex Riggins,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
16 May 2025
Adjective
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It shouldn’t be wasted on overwrought PowerPoint decks or things that don’t require a meeting.—
Doug Sundheim,
Forbes.com,
21 Apr. 2025
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Without being too overwrought about it, the whole project felt like a symbol not of renewal but of the wan stupidity of our cultural moment.—
Kaitlyn Tiffany,
The Atlantic,
16 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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For some royal watchers, Prince Louis stole the show, copying Prince George and giving an exaggerated eye roll in another heart-warming moment.—
Jack Royston,
MSNBC Newsweek,
12 May 2025
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He is also known for his avant-garde silhouettes that incorporate exaggerated and twisting volumes.—
Miles Socha,
Footwear News,
12 May 2025
Adjective
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The 55-year-old singer is known for sporting luxurious, over-the-top outfits, but on Mother’s Day, her Instagram post featured a surprisingly attainable, summer-ready fashion moment.—
Melony Forcier,
People.com,
14 May 2025
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But Kardashian’s penchant for pomp didn’t stop at the trial—the rest of her fashion on this Paris trip has been nothing short of over-the-top.—
Hannah Jackson,
Vogue,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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On Tuesday, May 13, Trump's visit included a coffee ceremony, participation in a Saudi-U.S investment forum, a visit to a UNESCO World Heritage Site and an extravagant state dinner.—
Kathryn Palmer,
USA Today,
15 May 2025
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The family has plowed some of their wealth into an extravagant fleet of roughly a dozen Airbus and Boeing airliners converted into luxurious rides for a small number of passengers, as well as smaller business jets from Bombardier and Dassault.—
Jeremy Bogaisky,
Forbes.com,
14 May 2025
Adjective
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But several Wall Street analysts said the selloff was overblown.—
Annika Kim Constantino,Ashley Capoot,
CNBC,
7 May 2025
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Tenant rights advocates say the concerns are overblown and that the bill is simply an extension of rights that already exist for seniors and people with disabilities.—
Ginny Monk,
Hartford Courant,
28 Apr. 2025
Adjective
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The power numbers haven’t been gaudy for either, but the core infielders are hitting the ball hard.—
Mitch Bannon,
New York Times,
3 May 2025
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But even on the nights where Edwards’ stat lines were less gaudy, his impact remained profound.—
Jace Frederick,
Twin Cities,
1 May 2025
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Austin’s lush mustache and hammy Southern drawl aren’t quite in sync with the tone; Rudd seems stuck in the Ferrell version of the film.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
9 May 2025
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But the banter is quick and Yelena and Alexei’s Russian accents are enjoyably hammy.—
Amy Nicholson,
Los Angeles Times,
1 May 2025
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“Overdone.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdone. Accessed 22 May. 2025.
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