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overreaction

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[oh-ver-ree-ak-shuhn] / ˌoʊ vər riˈæk ʃən /

noun

  1. an instance of overreacting; a strong or unwarranted response.


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All of this data provides context for what might be an overreaction by investors to perceived AI threats to some of these companies.

From MarketWatch Jun. 30, 2026

The reporter’s ban was an absurd overreaction by a team that is apparently being run by a kid.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 7, 2026

But the massive selloff for other software and services stocks seems to be an overreaction.

From Barron's Apr. 28, 2026

Health Secretary Wes Streeting says some women have been made to feel like "second class citizens" with their pain treated "as an inconvenience and their symptoms as an overreaction".

From BBC Apr. 14, 2026

“This is not the time for an overreaction, Gingersnipes,” Clare said, then turned to address their new company.

From "The Undead Fox of Deadwood Forest" by Aubrey Hartman

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