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overly

1 of 1adverb
/ˈoʊvərli/
1

to an excessive degree

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  • The criticism of her work was overly harsh and unjustified.
  • The prices at the restaurant were overly expensive for the quality of the food.
  • The regulations were considered overly restrictive by the business owners.
  • Her concerns about the project were overly exaggerated.
  • The response to the minor issue was overly dramatic, causing unnecessary panic.