overuse

American  

[oh-ver-yooz, oh-ver-yoos] / ˌoʊ vərˈyuz, ˈoʊ vərˈyus /

verb (used with object)

overused, overusing

1. to use too much or too often.

   to overuse an expression.

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noun

1. excessive use.

   to strain one's voice through overuse.

Etymology

Origin of overuse

First recorded in 1670–80; over- + use

Example Sentences

Inappropriately invoking an overused parable might make Mr. Carney sound clever, but it shows a lack of deep thinking.

From The Wall Street Journal

It’s a slightly overused word, but it is just about getting those boundaries straight in your head.

From Los Angeles Times

The funding package also comes as new data shows that telehealth services do not result in overuse of medical services, which may help allay concerns about runaway usage and funding problems.

From MarketWatch

Other hotspots of chronic overuse include parts of South Asia, the Middle East and North Africa.

From Los Angeles Times

In the wake of her recovery from cancer, the princess has spoken about the importance of kindness, calm and limiting the overuse of social media and mobile phones in a digital world.

From BBC

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