as in to stereotype
to use so much as to make less appealing
she had overused that joke to the point where it was eliciting groans and not guffaws
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Recent Examples of overuse
According to Henry Skinner, CEO of the AMR Action Fund, the issue is a combination of low prices and low sales volume resulting from the restrictions placed on antibiotic use, with healthcare systems afraid of overusing new drugs and potentially driving more rapid microbial resistance.
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Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Lately, there’s increasing chatter among aesthetic doctors on social about the true impact of volume loss on the aging face, with some surgeons arguing that deflation has been overemphasized—and, thus, fillers overused—when, in fact, tissue laxity and descent tend to be greater contributors.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 24 Sep. 2024
Though getting a star like Sheen was a huge deal for the show, Sorkin initially didn’t want to overuse the impact of his presence, instead wishing to focus on the players around the president.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Sep. 2024
Even though this hack has resurfaced on social media, anyone who wants to keep their vacuum working for as long as possible should avoid overusing baking soda and vacuuming it up.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2024
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Juergen Eckhardt, Forbes, 24 Sep. 2024
Lately, there’s increasing chatter among aesthetic doctors on social about the true impact of volume loss on the aging face, with some surgeons arguing that deflation has been overemphasized—and, thus, fillers overused—when, in fact, tissue laxity and descent tend to be greater contributors.
—Jolene Edgar, Allure, 24 Sep. 2024
Though getting a star like Sheen was a huge deal for the show, Sorkin initially didn’t want to overuse the impact of his presence, instead wishing to focus on the players around the president.
—Harrison Richlin, IndieWire, 21 Sep. 2024
Even though this hack has resurfaced on social media, anyone who wants to keep their vacuum working for as long as possible should avoid overusing baking soda and vacuuming it up.
—Sophia Beams, Better Homes & Gardens, 14 Sep. 2024
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for overuse
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Troy School District board president Karl Schmidt, who wrote letters with comments seen as stereotyping Asian people that were uncovered this year, was among those who lost, coming in sixth place among seven candidates.Niraj Warikoo, Detroit Free Press, 8 Nov. 2024
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Thatcher and East, both of whom used to be associated with the Mormon Church, avoid stereotyping either their characters or their religion.Randy Myers, The Mercury News, 6 Nov. 2024
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This petulant idea almost works because actress Amy Adams, in the nameless role, benefits from no longer being overexposed.Armond White, National Review, 13 Dec. 2024
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Tucker is a free agent after next season and the team doesn’t want to overexpose Yordan Alvarez to left field.Chandler Rome, The Athletic, 20 Aug. 2024
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Midnight Kiss Rooted in European traditions and popularized in the United States, sharing a kiss when the clock strikes twelve is said to bring good luck in the upcoming year.Gia Yetikyel, Vogue, 21 Dec. 2024
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The holiday decoration staple, which is ubiquitous this time of year, has royal roots that many may not know about — Queen Victoria helped popularize the Christmas tree during her reign.Marina Watts, People.com, 18 Dec. 2024
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His versions were full-blooded, with lush strings and reasonably large orchestras — and, purists alleged — vulgarizing distortions.BostonGlobe.com, BostonGlobe.com, 28 Oct. 2019
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Ever since his rise to power, Trump has served as a vulgarizing agent.Leon Neyfakh, Slate Magazine, 2 June 2017
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With its high cost of living, political tensions and often exhausting hustle culture, there are numerous reasons Americans seek a different lifestyle in another country.Kamaron McNair, CNBC, 25 Dec. 2024
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War in Europe has exhausted the combatants, but with Russia’s weakness on display, there are some hopeful glimmers of a settlement Ukrainians can abide.Andrew C. McCarthy, National Review, 20 Dec. 2024
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Don’t overdo it — don’t go back to the gym too soon.Lizzie Hyman, People.com, 23 Dec. 2024
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Treat snow blowing like a workout: Take regular breaks and avoid overdoing it.Timothy Dale, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 Nov. 2024
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Fires charred their bark, droughts forced them to ration water, and invasive beetles — some brought to Southern California via firewood — bored into them.Noah Haggerty, Los Angeles Times, 14 Dec. 2024
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Known for their intelligence and trainability, vizslas require ample exercise and mental stimulation to thrive, and tend to display destructive habits if bored at home.Paul Du Quenoy, Newsweek, 9 Dec. 2024
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