overreliance
Britishnoun
Example Sentences
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Former senior advisor at the state department Aya Ibrahim said the US's overreliance on them "incentivises countries to find ways around that system".
From BBC ● Aug. 25, 2026
Wright, who took over the top post in May, called out “quality degradation” and an overreliance on one-off promotions.
From MarketWatch ● Aug. 8, 2026
An overreliance on precious metals in the flaunting of one’s wealth can give the impression of protesting too much.
From Slate ● Jun. 11, 2026
Its analysis suggests current hallmarks include overreliance on phrases such as “rather than” and “essential for.”
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 6, 2026
The upsides are obvious, though so are some concerns: We’re seeing overreliance on technology to address our emotional needs lead to a litany of harms.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 4, 2026
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