Example Sentences

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Anyway, as our experience in Iraq reminds us, it’s possible to overexplain and overplan.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

Jenner continued: “I think about the future a lot, but I try not to overplan because you know I’m a planner.”

From MarketWatch • Dec. 16, 2025

If you overplan and don’t build in any downtime, you could easily regret it.

From Seattle Times • Dec. 11, 2023

Some people also overplan for fear of missing something or knowing they may never return.

From Washington Post • Jan. 13, 2022

I like to plan a few things in advance but I try not to overplan: Meals at a few important restaurants and play the rest by ear — just go with the flow.

From New York Times • Nov. 22, 2017