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overdoing

Pronunciación: [oʊvərˈduɪŋ]

Palabra

Contexto: «excessive behavior»

(verb) to do something too much or more than what is needed. If you are overdoing something, like exercising or studying, you are not just doing it, but going far beyond what is healthy or necessary.

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She was so excited about her project that she overdid it and worked late into the night.

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He didn't overdo his training; he took breaks and listened to his body.

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Do you think you are overdoing it with all this studying?

Contexto: «performance»

(verb) to exaggerate or make something seem more important or impressive than it really is. For example, if you are telling a story and making it sound bigger than it actually happened, you are overdoing it.

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The actor overdid his character's emotions, making the scene very entertaining.

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She didn't overdo the decorations for the party; everything looked just right.

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Did he overdo his reaction when he heard the news?

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