overproduction
Americannoun
noun
Etymology
Origin of overproduction
First recorded in 1815–25; over- + production
Vocabulary lists containing overproduction
The Great Depression and The New Deal
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Example Sentences
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Stanton lists an array of challenges, including outdated materials, modern production regulations and contaminants.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 5, 2026
His recordings revolutionised music by crossing genres, promoting unlikely collaborations and shaping modern production techniques.
From BBC • Nov. 4, 2024
Styles launched "Harry's House" with the effervescent "As It Was," which exuded the carefree vibe of summery '80s pop through a modern production lens.
From Salon • Dec. 26, 2022
"This will allow us to organise modern production of telecoms equipment in Russia," he said, without naming the operators or producers.
From Reuters • Dec. 21, 2022
The house itself was a modern production of decorative architecture, built of massive, beautifully cut gray stone.
From The Way of the Strong by Cullum, Ridgwell
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