as in excessive
going beyond a normal or acceptable limit in degree or amount
try to avoid undue delay responding to e-mails
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Recent Examples of undue
Polls make clear that New Democracy’s anti-migrant focus has resonated with a good portion of Greek society; the rest of Europe, the thinking goes, saddled them with not only generations of unpayable debt, but also an undue responsibility to manage migrants for the entire continent.
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Lauren Markham, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Just an inch of padding on these toppers will reduce undue pressure on the spine or joints.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
Disneyland’s alternatives to DAS access failed to provide equitable access and imposed undue burdens, logistical challenges, emotional distress and safety risks, according to the lawsuit.
—Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 11 Feb. 2025
Musk, a billionaire with a history of prioritizing personal and corporate interests over public well-being, now has undue influence in critical government functions.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
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Lauren Markham, Harper's Magazine, 19 Feb. 2025
Just an inch of padding on these toppers will reduce undue pressure on the spine or joints.
—Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 17 Feb. 2025
Disneyland’s alternatives to DAS access failed to provide equitable access and imposed undue burdens, logistical challenges, emotional distress and safety risks, according to the lawsuit.
—Brady MacDonald, Orange County Register, 11 Feb. 2025
Musk, a billionaire with a history of prioritizing personal and corporate interests over public well-being, now has undue influence in critical government functions.
—Chicago Tribune, 7 Feb. 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for undue
Adjective
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Their sponsors said they were aimed at reducing excessive regulatory burdens and federal spending, and safeguarding Medicaid and Medicare.—
Gabriella Borter,
USA TODAY,
21 Feb. 2025
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Ueda’s comments come after BOJ board member Hajime Takata reportedly said Tuesday that the Japanese central bank needs to raise interest rates further, as keeping them low at current levels could result in excessive risk-taking and higher inflation.—
Lim Hui Jie,
CNBC,
20 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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City officials say the event, where many participants drink alcohol, is chaotic, dangerous and typically requires many rescues and extreme vigilance by police and rangers.—
David Garrick,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 Feb. 2025
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In low-lying Bangladesh, 60% of the population is at high risk of floods, and climate change is making extreme rainfall even more common.—
Natalie Donback,
TIME,
17 Feb. 2025
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At first glance, the price tags for premium domains can seem steep, with some reaching seven figures.—
Chris Gallagher,
USA TODAY,
20 Feb. 2025
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The trails to both falls have steep and rocky terrain that can be loose and slippery when wet.—
Krissy Waite,
The Mercury News,
19 Feb. 2025
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“Undue.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/undue. Accessed 3 Mar. 2025.
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