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Synonyms & Antonyms of overproduction
the act of producing more of something than is needed or wanted
- The overproduction of oil caused the fuel companies to lower their prices.
- Heartburn can be caused by the overproduction of stomach acid.
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“Overproduction.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overproduction. Accessed 2 Oct. 2022.
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The first known use of overproduction was in 1822
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