as in to exaggerate
to describe or express in too strong terms
the fashion designer's claim that his new line of clothing would revolutionize the way we dress was perhaps overdoing it just a bit
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But like any balanced diet, don't overdo it. — AVIV JOSHUA, RDN, MEDICAL EXPERT BOARD
Drinking OJ in Moderation
Orange juice is rich in healthy nutrients.
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Aviv Joshua, Ms, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2025
To enjoy seitan without overdoing the sodium, pair it with foods naturally low in sodium, like vegetables and grains, and use herbs and spices instead of salt to boost flavor.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
Don’t overdo it, but do include social proof in your social media channels, email marketing and media.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
That film, like this one, wore its political message on its sleeve without overdoing it.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2025
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Aviv Joshua, Ms, Verywell Health, 11 Feb. 2025
To enjoy seitan without overdoing the sodium, pair it with foods naturally low in sodium, like vegetables and grains, and use herbs and spices instead of salt to boost flavor.
—Johna Burdeos, Health, 28 Jan. 2025
Don’t overdo it, but do include social proof in your social media channels, email marketing and media.
—Expert Panel®, Forbes, 22 Jan. 2025
That film, like this one, wore its political message on its sleeve without overdoing it.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 21 Jan. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overdo
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“Overdo.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overdo. Accessed 4 Mar. 2025.
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