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overdoing

Pronunciation: [oʊvərˈduɪŋ]

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Learn how to use overdoing in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “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.

Example

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.

Example

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

Context: “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.

Example

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

Example

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

Example

Did he overdo his reaction when he heard the news?

How to pronounce overdoing

Pronunciation: [oʊvərˈduɪŋ]

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