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Examples of overly in a Sentence
These directions are overly complex.
She's overly sensitive to criticism.
They didn't seem overly concerned about the problem.
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The elastic waistband on the shorts keeps them in place and hugs my waist without feeling overly constricting, which is especially important to me when flying.
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2024
Avoid cluttered designs and overly decorative elements that may distract from your content.
◾ Font selection: Stick to standard, easy-to-read fonts such as Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
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Megan Schaltegger, Travel + Leisure, 24 Apr. 2024
Avoid cluttered designs and overly decorative elements that may distract from your content.
◾ Font selection: Stick to standard, easy-to-read fonts such as Arial, Calibri, or Times New Roman.
—Johnny C. Taylor Jr., USA TODAY, 23 Apr. 2024
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“Overly.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overly. Accessed 4 May. 2024.
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