over-use
Britishverb
noun
Example Sentences
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From a neurochemical perspective, "the psychological mechanisms behind 'never wrongs' include a complex web of defensive processes, most commonly the over-use of primary, or lower-order defense mechanisms," Behr added.
From Salon • Apr. 9, 2023
But the chemical bombardment is beginning to worry scientists who fear over-use of pesticides is harming pollinators and worsening a growing threat to birds that eat insects.
From Seattle Times • Aug. 18, 2022
Tesla's chosen site borders a water protection area, and environmental groups have expressed concern the factory could contaminate and over-use its groundwater sources.
From Reuters • Sep. 28, 2021
“There are of course over-use injuries but I see more of a burnout factor in kids who specialize in only one sport.”
From Fox News • Mar. 29, 2019
Invective.—Invective may be a sharp weapon, but over-use blunts its edge.
From Pearls of Thought by Ballou, Maturin Murray
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