Example Sentences
Recent Examples of Synonyms for overutilizing
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The actor says creating Dutton's persona reflects what Grimes liked watching while growing up, namely actors who told a story without overdoing it, with still excellence, like Paul Newman.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
25 Feb. 2026 -
These botanicals work alongside modern actives such as salicylic acid and probiotics, helping keep buildup in check without overdoing it.—
Christa Joanna Lee,
Allure,
24 Feb. 2026
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Where younger adults tend to become isolated after overusing smartphones, older adults tend to turn to phones after cognitive declines or being isolated from family and friends.—
Emily Kwong,
NPR,
25 Feb. 2026
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The perception problem While filler words can help conversations flow, research suggests overusing them may signal uncertainty or a shaky command of the material (or language in general).—
Angela Haupt,
Time,
20 Feb. 2026
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On her grandmother's island of Ambae, a coastal road from the airport to her village has been rerouted inland because of encroaching water.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
5 Mar. 2026
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On her grandmother’s island of Ambae, a coastal road from the airport to her village has been rerouted inland because of encroaching water.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
4 Mar. 2026
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Trump has long mocked Bush for ruining his presidency by invading Iraq, and his administration over the past week has sought to downplay any parallels between Bush’s misadventures and its own attack on Iran.—
Vivian Salama,
The Atlantic,
6 Mar. 2026
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This thin layer dries out quickly, and dry soil discourages termites from invading.—
Brandee Gruener,
Southern Living,
4 Mar. 2026
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Far from retreating, the government is entrenching itself.—
Amanda Cats-Baril,
Twin Cities,
4 Mar. 2026
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Artificial intelligence is increasingly entrenching itself in our society, and universities are no exception.—
Devika Rao,
TheWeek,
26 Feb. 2026
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“Overutilizing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overutilizing. Accessed 9 Mar. 2026.
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