Overly in a sentence

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Synonym: too, excessively. Antonym: insufficiently

Meaning: Excessively; too much.


Overly in a sentence

(1) The cake was overly sweet.

(2) The pizza was overly greasy.

(3) The dessert is not overly sweet.

(4) The exam was not overly difficult.

(5) The movie was overly scary for me.

(6) He was overly critical of her work.

(7) I'm not a fan of overly sweet pies.

(8) The sun was overly hot at the beach.

(9) The snow was overly deep to walk in.

(10) The book was overly long and boring.



Overly sentence

(11) The weather was overly hot and humid.

(12) The movie was overly long and boring.

(13) The food was overly salty and greasy.

(14) The game was overly difficult to play.

(15) The speech was overly long and boring.

(16) The music was overly loud at the party.

(17) The cake was overly sweet for my taste.

(18) The shirt was overly bright and flashy.

(19) The party was overly crowded and noisy.

(20) The coffee was overly bitter and burnt.




Overly make sentence

(21) The dress was overly big for me to wear.

(22) The phone was overly complicated to use.

(23) The music was overly loud and obnoxious.

(24) The dessert was overly sweet and sugary.

(25) The meeting was overly formal and rigid.

(26) Noam is a name that is not overly common.

(27) The phone was overly loud and woke me up.

(28) The sun was overly hot and made me sweat.

(29) The joke was overly cheesy and not funny.

(30) He was overly confident in his abilities.



Sentence of overly

(31) The movie was overly long and dragged on.

(32) The test was overly difficult and unfair.

(33) The party was overly crowded and chaotic.

(34) Being overly critical was his peccadillo.

(35) Her peccadillo was being overly dramatic.

(36) Bakr is a name that is not overly popular.

(37) The plant was overly dry and needed water.

(38) The TV was overly bright and hurt my eyes.

(39) The hike was overly steep and challenging.

(40) The music was overly loud and hurt my ears.




Overly meaningful sentence

(41) The game was overly easy and I won quickly.

(42) The toy was overly complicated to assemble.

(43) The door was overly squeaky and needed oil.

(44) He was overly confident in his math skills.

(45) The dog was overly protective of its owner.

(46) The car was overly dirty and needed a wash.

(47) The speech was overly verbose and rambling.

(48) He is frugal without being overly cautious.

(49) The job was overly stressful and demanding.

(50) The taste of overly spicy food disgusts me.



Overly sentence examples

(51) Being overly clingy is a big turnoff for me.

(52) She distrusts anyone who is overly friendly.

(53) The toy was overly fragile and broke easily.

(54) The dog was overly excited to go for a walk.

(55) The hat was overly big and kept falling off.

(56) The dog was overly excited to see its owner.

(57) The restaurant was overly crowded and noisy.

(58) The joke was overly silly and made no sense.

(59) The test was overly difficult and stressful.

(60) The coffee was overly bitter and unpleasant.



Sentence with overly

(61) The ride was overly bumpy and uncomfortable.

(62) The dog was overly aggressive and scared me.

(63) The joke was overly offensive and not funny.

(64) The hotel room was overly small and cramped.

(65) The taste of overly spicy food was sickening.

(66) The shoes were overly tight and hurt my feet.

(67) The teacher was overly strict with the rules.

(68) The shirt was overly tight and uncomfortable.

(69) The dress was overly expensive for my budget.

(70) The play was overly dramatic and unrealistic.




Use overly in a sentence

(71) The dress was overly tight and uncomfortable.

(72) The play was overly dramatic and exaggerated.

(73) The meeting was overly long and unproductive.

(74) The teacher was overly strict with her rules.

(75) The argument was overly heated and emotional.

(76) The car's engine was overly loud and rattled.

(77) The artist was overly sensitive to criticism.

(78) The driver was overly aggressive on the road.

(79) The car was overly expensive and impractical.

(80) Being overly negative is a big turnoff for me.



Sentence using overly

(81) The picture was overly blurry and hard to see.

(82) The bed was overly soft and made my back hurt.

(83) The blanket was overly heavy and hard to move.

(84) The dress was overly fancy for a casual party.

(85) The story was overly dramatic and unrealistic.

(86) The party was overly chaotic and disorganized.

(87) The test was overly challenging and stressful.

(88) The workout was overly intense and exhausting.

(89) The restaurant's prices were overly expensive.

(90) The joke was overly offensive and insensitive.



Overly example sentence

(91) The book was overly complicated and confusing.

(92) The restaurant was overly fancy and expensive.

(93) The test was overly difficult and challenging.

(94) The shoes were overly tight and uncomfortable.

(95) The dog was overly aggressive and territorial.

(96) I flinch around people who are overly critical.

(97) The room was overly dark and needed more light.

(98) The dog was overly friendly and licked my face.

(99) The car was overly fast and made me feel dizzy.

(100) The party was overly extravagant and expensive.



Sentence with word overly

(101) The coffee was overly bitter and not enjoyable.

(102) The book was overly descriptive and dragged on.

(103) The teacher was overly strict with her grading.

(104) The party was overly crowded and uncomfortable.

(105) The perfume was overly strong and overpowering.

(106) The news was overly sensationalized and biased.

(107) The boss was overly demanding and unreasonable.

(108) She is frugal without being overly restrictive.

(109) The painting was overly abstract and confusing.

(110) The overly complicated recipe bemused the chef.



Sentence of overly

(111) Being overly needy is a big turnoff in a friend.

(112) Being overly aggressive is a big turnoff for me.

(113) The joke was overly silly and made us all laugh.

(114) The ice cream was overly melted and made a mess.

(115) The book was overly long to read in one sitting.

(116) The pool was overly crowded and I couldn't swim.

(117) The shoes were overly big and kept slipping off.

(118) The ride was overly bumpy and made me feel sick.

(119) Being overly possessive can push someone insane.

(120) The joke was overly offensive and inappropriate.



Overly used in a sentence

(121) She was overly excited about the upcoming dance.

(122) The dog was overly aggressive towards strangers.

(123) The price was overly expensive and not worth it.

(124) The parent was overly protective of their child.

(125) The teacher was overly strict with her students.

(126) The report was criticized for being overly wordy.

(127) The instructions were clear and not overly wordy.

(128) I flinch around people who are overly aggressive.

(129) The cake was overly sweet and made my teeth hurt.

(130) The food was overly spicy and made my mouth burn.



Overly sentence in English

(131) The car was overly dirty and needed to be washed.

(132) The drink was overly sweet and made me feel sick.

(133) The bike was overly rusty and needed to be oiled.

(134) The music was overly loud and gave me a headache.

(135) The test was overly easy and didn't challenge me.

(136) The plant was overly watered and started to wilt.

(137) The cake was overly sweet and gave me a headache.

(138) The traffic was overly congested and slow-moving.

(139) The phone was overly complicated and hard to use.

(140) The shirt was overly wrinkled and needed ironing.

(141) The shoes were overly tight and gave me blisters.

(142) The traffic was overly congested and frustrating.

(143) The vacation was overly expensive and exhausting.

(144) The movie was overly scary and gave me nightmares.

(145) The pizza was overly greasy and made me feel sick.

(146) The snow was overly deep and made it hard to walk.

(147) The phone was overly old and didn't work properly.

(148) The car was overly expensive and out of my budget.

(149) The joke was overly offensive and not appropriate.

(150) The traffic was overly congested during rush hour.

(151) The shoes were overly big and didn't fit properly.

(152) The athlete was overly confident in his abilities.

(153) The doctor was overly cautious in their diagnosis.

(154) The customer was overly sensitive to minor issues.

(155) The movie was criticized for being overly violent.

(156) She was overly excited about the upcoming concert.

(157) The party decorations were overly tacky and cheap.

(158) The dress code was overly strict and conservative.

(159) The weather was overly hot and made me sweat a lot.

(160) The room was overly messy and needed to be cleaned.

(161) The game was overly easy and I won in five minutes.

(162) The backpack was overly heavy and caused back pain.

(163) The book was overly complicated and hard to follow.

(164) The car was overly expensive and out of our budget.

(165) The actor was overly dramatic in their performance.

(166) The movie was overly long, yet we still enjoyed it.

(167) She has a tendency to be overly critical of herself.

(168) The entrepreneur's pitch was overly self-applauding.

(169) The chef antidoted the overly spicy dish with cream.

(170) The dress was overly big and didn't fit me properly.

(171) The book was overly boring and I couldn't finish it.

(172) The clock was overly fast and needed to be adjusted.

(173) The backpack was overly heavy and hurt my shoulders.

(174) The hat was overly big and kept falling off my head.

(175) The computer was overly slow and frustrating to use.

(176) The boss was overly critical of his employees' work.

(177) The customer was overly demanding in their requests.

(178) The manager was overly controlling in the workplace.

(179) She struggled to ingurgitate the overly chewy steak.

(180) Being overly judgmental is a big turnoff in a person.

(181) Some people view sentimentalists as overly sensitive.

(182) The bed was overly soft and made me sink in too much.

(183) The hair was overly tangled and needed to be brushed.

(184) The window was overly dirty and needed to be cleaned.

(185) The movie was overly scary and made me cover my eyes.

(186) The sandwich was overly plain and needed more flavor.

(187) She was overly excited about the upcoming field trip.

(188) The book was overly complicated for me to understand.

(189) The shirt was overly tight and uncomfortable to wear.

(190) The perfume was overly strong and gave me a headache.

(191) The book's plot was overly complicated and confusing.

(192) The writer was overly verbose in their writing style.

(193) The dread of making mistakes made her overly cautious.

(194) The potting soil needs to be moist but not overly wet.

(195) Being overly pessimistic is a big turnoff in a person.

(196) I have a refined palate against overly sweet desserts.

(197) My little brother is overly excited about his new toy.

(198) The teacher was overly strict and made us all nervous.

(199) The shirt was overly wrinkled and needed to be ironed.

(200) The shirt was overly plain and needed some decoration.

(201) The pencil was overly dull and needed to be sharpened.

(202) The pillow was overly flat and didn't support my head.

(203) My little brother is overly excited to go to the park.

(204) The book was overly long and took me a week to finish.

(205) The toy was overly expensive and I couldn't afford it.

(206) The clock was overly slow and made me late for school.

(207) The restaurant was overly crowded on a Saturday night.

(208) The homework was overly challenging for some students.

(209) The conversation was overly awkward and uncomfortable.

(210) The party decorations were overly colorful and bright.

(211) The teacher was overly strict with her grading policy.

(212) The artist was overly experimental in their art style.

(213) The overly salty chips left me feeling cloy on sodium.

(214) Being overly critical of yourself is a waste of energy.

(215) Some people find soap-operas to be overly melodramatic.

(216) The report was criticized for its overly terse summary.

(217) The book was overly long and took me forever to finish.

(218) The car was overly expensive and we couldn't afford it.

(219) The shirt was overly tight and made it hard to breathe.

(220) The teacher was overly strict with the classroom rules.

(221) The painting was overly abstract and hard to interpret.

(222) The book was overly complicated and hard to understand.

(223) The homework was overly time-consuming and frustrating.

(224) Superbia can cause you to be overly critical of others.

(225) The instructions were overly complicated and confusing.

(226) The lawyer's argument was overly verbose and confusing.

(227) The dress was overly expensive and not worth the price.

(228) The student was overly anxious about the upcoming exam.

(229) The athlete was overly focused on winning at all costs.

(230) The writing in the novel felt stilted and overly formal.

(231) Overcapitalizing can make a sentence seem overly formal.

(232) Being overly self-centered is a big turnoff in a person.

(233) Tte is a slang term for a person who is overly cautious.

(234) The book was criticized for its overly religiose themes.

(235) The plant was overly thirsty and needed water every day.

(236) The painting was overly abstract and hard to understand.

(237) The plant was overly sensitive and needed constant care.

(238) The speech was overly rehearsed and lacked authenticity.

(239) Superbia can cause you to be overly focused on yourself.

(240) The presentation was overly simplistic and lacked depth.

(241) The parent was overly critical of their child's choices.

(242) The love song's lyrics were cloying and overly romantic.

(243) I enjoy the lo-fi genre because it's not overly produced.

(244) They regard with suspicion anyone who is overly friendly.

(245) She tends to be overly critical of her partner's actions.

(246) Some people view obsessives as overly focused or fixated.

(247) The word soever seems unnecessary and overly complicated.

(248) Being overly materialistic is a big turnoff in a partner.

(249) Being overly critical is a big turnoff in a conversation.

(250) The actor's acceptance speech was overly self-applauding.

(251) He tends to overdo creating overly long and wordy emails.

(252) The overly emotional speech was cloying into my emotions.

(253) The teacher was overly strict and made us sit in silence.

(254) The shoes were overly worn out and needed to be replaced.

(255) The dress code was overly strict and limited our choices.

(256) The vacation was overly expensive and not worth the cost.

(257) The exercise was overly strenuous and I couldn't keep up.

(258) The fashion trend was overly revealing and inappropriate.

(259) The boss was overly dismissive of their employees' ideas.

(260) The brine was too strong and made the steak overly salty.

(261) Sappy is often used to describe overly sentimental things.

(262) Paranoia can cause individuals to become overly defensive.

(263) The taste of overly spicy food nauseates me with aversion.

(264) The overly sentimental movie was cloy against my emotions.

(265) Being overly critical can stir up anger and defensiveness.

(266) Political correctness is not about being overly sensitive.

(267) The instructions were overly confusing and hard to follow.

(268) The fashion trend was overly flashy and attention-seeking.

(269) The writer was overly reliant on cliches in their writing.

(270) The critic's pedantic review of the film was overly harsh.

(271) The poet's work was verbose, with overly flowery language.

(272) The weather was overly hot, so we decided to stay indoors.

(273) The overly sweetened coffee made me feel cloy and jittery.

(274) The plot of the movie is overly simplistic and lacks depth.

(275) The instructions were straightforward and not overly wordy.

(276) The company's annual report was overly self-congratulatory.

(277) The schedule was overly packed and left no time for breaks.

(278) The test was overly easy and didn't challenge the students.

(279) The critic's review was discredited for being overly harsh.

(280) The politician's speech was overly rehearsed and insincere.

(281) The artwork was overly abstract and difficult to interpret.

(282) The technology was overly complicated and difficult to use.

(283) Damp off is more likely to occur in overly moist conditions.

(284) Being overly controlling is a big turnoff in a relationship.

(285) The obsequious waiter was overly attentive to the customers.

(286) The use of academicisms can make writing seem overly formal.

(287) Tone away from using overly complex language in your essays.

(288) The painting was overly colorful and brightened up the room.

(289) The instructions were overly complicated and hard to follow.

(290) The effete writer's prose was overly ornate and pretentious.

(291) The word pedantic means overly concerned with minor details.

(292) The current tax system is overly complicated and burdensome.

(293) Despite being a foodie, I am not a fan of overly spicy food.

(294) The defense team argued that the subpoenas were overly broad.

(295) His overcaution made him overly hesitant in making decisions.

(296) The cloying back of the overly sweet tea made it undrinkable.

(297) The chef added too much liquid, making the soup overly soupy.

(298) The taste of the overly sweet dessert was sickeningly sugary.

(299) Some people believe that paranoiacs are just overly cautious.

(300) The ice cream was overly melted and dripped all over my hand.

(301) The test was overly challenging and I struggled to finish it.

(302) The traffic was overly congested and we were stuck for hours.

(303) The student was overly excited about the upcoming field trip.

(304) The politician was overly ambitious in his campaign promises.

(305) The musician was overly perfectionistic in their performance.

(306) The teacher was overly lenient with their students' behavior.

(307) The doctor was overly dismissive of their patient's concerns.

(308) The coach tried to subjugate the team by being overly strict.

(309) The overly sweetened coffee left me feeling cloy on caffeine.

(310) The overly dramatic play was starting to cloy with my senses.

(311) Simps are often accused of being overly clingy and possessive.

(312) Her overcaution made her overly cautious in her relationships.

(313) She knows how to be the alpha without being overly aggressive.

(314) She tends to overdo creating overly sweet and sugary desserts.

(315) The greasiness of the onion rings made them taste overly oily.

(316) The reprovers were often seen as overly critical and negative.

(317) The overly sweet dessert left a cloy behind taste in my mouth.

(318) I tend to cringe around people who are overly clingy or needy.

(319) Being overly critical can make someone turn themselves insane.

(320) Being overly negative can make someone turn themselves insane.

(321) The book's tone was neutral, not overly emotional or dramatic.

(322) The athlete was overly reliant on performance-enhancing drugs.

(323) The student was overly dependent on their parents for support.

(324) The student was overly distracted by their phone during class.

(325) The music was overly loud, so we asked the DJ to turn it down.

(326) The solipsistic point of view can be seen as overly skeptical.

(327) She is overly reliant around her parents for financial support.

(328) I had to look away from someone who was being overly demanding.

(329) Antifeminists often accuse feminists of being overly sensitive.

(330) The bed was overly comfortable and made me fall asleep quickly.

(331) Being overly demanding can make someone turn themselves insane.

(332) The traffic was overly congested, so we took a different route.

(333) I always feel guilty when I eat too much and become overly full.

(334) Simps are often accused of being overly sensitive and emotional.

(335) She is overly reliant around her siblings for emotional support.

(336) I'm working hard to train out my tendency to be overly critical.

(337) Pessimists are often seen as being overly cynical and skeptical.

(338) The food at the restaurant was overly saltlike and unappetizing.

(339) Tone away from using overly descriptive language in your essays.

(340) Being overly critical of someone's appearance can kill the mood.

(341) The homework was overly difficult and took me hours to complete.

(342) Being overly aggressive can make someone turn themselves insane.

(343) The homework assignment was overly difficult and time-consuming.

(344) The discursive tone of the article made it seem overly academic.

(345) Despite being a foodie, I am not a fan of overly sweet desserts.

(346) I always tend to be suspicious of people who are overly friendly.

(347) It is important to be self-aware but not overly self-preoccupied.

(348) The movie was filled with schmaltz, making it overly sentimental.

(349) Some people believe that emos are overly emotional and sensitive.

(350) The plant was overly thirsty and needed to be watered more often.

(351) Being overly controlling can make someone turn themselves insane.

(352) The musician was overly reliant on auto-tune in their recordings.

(353) The restaurant's overly complicated menu confused many customers.

(354) The overly sentimental movie made me feel cloy like and nauseous.

(355) The college's parking regulations seemed fusty and overly strict.

(356) Sometimes I eat until I am overly full and have to loosen my belt.

(357) It's important to self-promote without being overly self-centered.

(358) Pessimists are often seen as being overly critical and judgmental.

(359) The author's writing style received crit for being overly verbose.

(360) The greasiness of the chicken nuggets made them taste overly oily.

(361) The game was overly complicated and I didn't understand the rules.

(362) Political correctness can sometimes be seen as overly restrictive.

(363) There is a tendency for people to be overly reliant on technology.

(364) The homework assignment was overly challenging and time-consuming.

(365) The word pedantic means to be overly concerned with minor details.

(366) The student was overly concerned with their social media presence.

(367) Critics argue that this philosophical theory is overly speculative.

(368) Nelson is a name that is not overly popular but still recognizable.

(369) He tends to make snap judgments and be overly judgmental of others.

(370) The report was praised for its clear and not overly wordy language.

(371) Many people can be turned off by individuals who are overly clingy.

(372) Controlling your portions can prevent you from feeling overly full.

(373) The review was overly detractory and lacked constructive criticism.

(374) Some people may view obsessives as being overly intense or extreme.

(375) He was overly confident in his abilities to solve the math problem.

(376) There is a tendency for people to be overly critical of themselves.

(377) The overly sweetened coffee left me feeling cloyed out and jittery.

(378) The overly sentimental movie was starting to cloy with my emotions.

(379) Nathaniel is a name that is not overly popular but still well-known.

(380) I tend to swipe past posts on social media that are overly negative.

(381) The author's memoir was accused of being overly self-congratulatory.

(382) The cake was delicious, blanch aside from the overly sweet frosting.

(383) Many people are turned off by individuals who are overly judgmental.

(384) It's always a good idea to edit around any overly complex sentences.

(385) The homework was overly difficult and I needed help from my parents.

(386) The politician was overly defensive in their responses to criticism.

(387) Avoid using decorative or overly stylized fonts in academic writing.

(388) The overly sweet dessert was starting to cloy like on my taste buds.

(389) It can be difficult for me to warm up to someone who is overly pushy.

(390) Political correctness is often criticized for being overly sensitive.

(391) I enjoy the sweetness of raisin bread without it being overly sugary.

(392) She has learned to be self-promoting without being overly aggressive.

(393) Many people can be turned off by individuals who are overly critical.

(394) Scholasticisms were criticized for being overly complex and abstract.

(395) Assumers can be overly critical of others based on their assumptions.

(396) The feedback was put across amiss and came across as overly critical.

(397) Being overly perfectionistic can make someone turn themselves insane.

(398) The boss was overly demanding, yet the employees still respected him.

(399) The overly dramatic TV show was starting to cloy like on my emotions.

(400) Many critics argue that deconstructionist theories are overly complex.

(401) Her self-concern often made her overly critical of herself and others.

(402) Leaving the leaven on for too long can result in an overly sour taste.

(403) The author's memoir was criticized for being overly self-aggrandizing.

(404) The cloying back of the overly sentimental movie made me roll my eyes.

(405) He tends to overdo creating overly strict and rigid rules for himself.

(406) Some people stereotype women as being overly emotional and irrational.

(407) His paranoias caused him to become overly suspicious of his coworkers.

(408) The book was criticized for its overly religiose themes and messaging.

(409) The game was overly complicated and I couldn't figure out how to play.

(410) The chef was overly particular about the ingredients used in the dish.

(411) The restaurant was overly crowded, so we decided to go somewhere else.

(412) The overly optimistic outlook was starting to cloy like on my realism.

(413) His overreactions to everyday challenges made him seem overly dramatic.

(414) She tends to overdo creating overly sentimental and emotional speeches.

(415) The chef warned against overdoing creating overly spicy and hot dishes.

(416) She knows how to talk herself up without being overly self-promotional.

(417) Many people can be turned off by individuals who are overly aggressive.

(418) The greasiness of the fried green tomatoes made them taste overly oily.

(419) Some people stereotype Canadians as being overly polite and apologetic.

(420) The teacher's overly strict rules caused resentment among the students.

(421) The critic's hyperbolical review of the movie was seen as overly harsh.

(422) The overly crowded room was starting to cloy like on my personal space.

(423) I'm not a fan of overly girly decor, but I do love a good floral print.

(424) He overcompensates for his lack of confidence by being overly assertive.

(425) She could smell a rat when her coworker suddenly became overly friendly.

(426) It can be difficult for me to warm up to someone who is overly reserved.

(427) Some individuals have a tendency for being overly competitive in sports.

(428) Her neediness for friendship led her to be overly clingy with her peers.

(429) He overcompensated for his lack of confidence by being overly assertive.

(430) His overreactions to everyday challenges made him seem overly sensitive.

(431) The dog was overly protective of his owner and wouldn't let anyone near.

(432) The speech was overly emotional and brought tears to some people's eyes.

(433) The author's writing style was overly masturbatory and lacked substance.

(434) After eating a bowl of cornflakes, I felt satisfied but not overly full.

(435) The overly critical feedback was starting to cloy like on my confidence.

(436) She found his blokeishness refreshing in a world of overly sensitive men.

(437) Being overly critical of oneself is counterproductive to personal growth.

(438) I couldn't help but look away from someone who was being overly critical.

(439) Some individuals have a tendency for being overly critical of themselves.

(440) Some individuals have a tendency for being overly sensitive to criticism.

(441) Some people mistake my touchy-feely nature for being overly affectionate.

(442) The phone was overly complicated and I couldn't figure out how to use it.

(443) He was overly generous with his time, but it was appreciated by everyone.

(444) Despite his overly cautious approach, he still managed to make a mistake.

(445) The overly sentimental movie left me feeling cloyed through with emotion.

(446) The company's financial estimates for the quarter were overly optimistic.

(447) You should tone away from using overly critical language in peer reviews.

(448) The redcurrants are best when they are slightly tart and not overly sweet.

(449) Many people can be turned off by individuals who are overly materialistic.

(450) If you are overly pedantic, you may come across as condescending or aloof.

(451) The bureaucracy can be bureaucratic, meaning it can be overly complicated.

(452) Being overly critical of yourself can make someone send themselves insane.

(453) She was overly anxious about the presentation, but it ended up going well.

(454) The use of academisms can be a way to avoid using overly general language.

(455) His tendency to be overly critical and nitpicky always rubs the wrong way.

(456) The judge's sententious ruling was seen as overly harsh by some observers.

(457) It's a good idea to edit off any overly complex sentences in your writing.

(458) You should tone away from using overly simplistic language in your essays.

(459) The actor overacted his anger, making his character seem overly aggressive.

(460) Dressing for the office means avoiding overly casual or revealing clothing.

(461) Being overly critical of oneself is self-defeating; it damages self-esteem.

(462) The bullionist's views on monetary policy were seen as overly conservative.

(463) She acknowledged her capability without being overly confident or arrogant.

(464) The restaurant was overly busy and we had to wait a long time for our food.

(465) He was overly ambitious with his goals, but he managed to achieve them all.

(466) The athlete's overly intense training regimen resulted in a serious injury.

(467) The patient suffers from mania and may feel invincible or overly confident.

(468) The journalist's high-flown prose was criticized for being overly dramatic.

(469) The taste of overly spicy food can make me want to throw up with discomfort.

(470) It's natural to look away from someone when they're being overly aggressive.

(471) The extra precautions were unneeded and made the process overly complicated.

(472) She tends to belabor the style of her writing, making it overly complicated.

(473) The teacher warned against overdoing creating overly elaborate lesson plans.

(474) The bullionist's theories were seen as overly simplistic by some economists.

(475) She proved she was capable without being overly critical or hard on herself.

(476) The movie was sappier than I expected, with an overly sentimental storyline.

(477) The use of academisms can be a way to avoid using overly technical language.

(478) The use of academisms can be a way to avoid using overly emotional language.

(479) It's wise to be distrustful of people who seem overly eager to befriend you.

(480) Some readers find belletristic writing to be overly flowery and pretentious.

(481) His castration anxiety caused him to become overly aggressive and defensive.

(482) I tend to cringe around people who are overly aggressive or confrontational.

(483) The verbose writer's blog posts were often criticized for being overly wordy.

(484) I accidentally used too much softener and my clothes came out overly scented.

(485) The actress overacted her anger, making her character seem overly aggressive.

(486) Backfisches are a great option for those who don't like overly fishy flavors.

(487) The restaurant was overly crowded and we had to wait a long time for a table.

(488) Being overly demanding of perfection can make someone turn themselves insane.

(489) The campus security guard had a nasty reputation for being overly aggressive.

(490) She was overly excited about the party, but she knew she had to pace herself.

(491) The use of academisms can be a way to avoid using overly simplistic language.

(492) The use of academisms can be a way to avoid using overly subjective language.

(493) The painting was beautiful, but some felt that it was overly sentimentalized.

(494) The overly enthusiastic salesperson was starting to cloy like on my patience.

(495) The college's policy on academic dishonesty seemed fusty and overly punitive.

(496) Overanalyzing can cause you to become overly critical of yourself and others.

(497) The team's estimations regarding the project timeline were overly optimistic.

(498) It's important to pay attention to portion sizes to avoid feeling overly full.

(499) Blabby is a word that can be used to describe someone who is overly talkative.

(500) The disappointing results brought down to size the overly optimistic investor.

(501) Dampen off is a common problem in young plants grown in overly wet conditions.

(502) Some individuals have a tendency for being overly cautious in decision-making.

(503) He tends to overdo creating overly detailed and complex architectural designs.

(504) She had to work on suppressing her instincts to be overly critical of herself.

(505) If you are overly pedantic, you may have trouble building rapport with others.

(506) The dog's behavior was neutral, not aggressive but not overly friendly either.

(507) The author's writing style was overly verbose, making the book a tedious read.

(508) There is a tendency for people to become overly attached to their possessions.

(509) Although she was overly confident in her abilities, she still failed the exam.

(510) The overly sweetened coffee gave me a cloy back that made me regret my choice.

(511) You need to draw the line between being empathetic and being overly emotional.

(512) If you graze without overeating, you can avoid feeling overly full or bloated.

(513) The melodramatic dialogue in the play was criticized for being overly dramatic.

(514) Paranoia can cause individuals to become overly suspicious of innocent actions.

(515) Spreading risk is a way to avoid being overly exposed to any single investment.

(516) The intense competition brought down to size the overly confident chess player.

(517) The critic's belaboring of the performance seemed unnecessary and overly harsh.

(518) It's frustrating to have to step on eggshells around my overly critical parent.

(519) The writer advised against overdoing creating overly flowery and verbose prose.

(520) The overly sentimental movie cloys my emotions and makes me feel uncomfortable.

(521) Some people view jingoes as overly aggressive and intolerant of other cultures.

(522) The sports commentator was a ranter, often getting overly excited during games.

(523) Some critics dismissed the theoriser's work as overly abstract and impractical.

(524) The deprecators of the author's writing style found it to be overly simplistic.

(525) The mannerist artist was criticized for his overly ornate and decorative style.

(526) The professor injected venom into the assignment by making it overly difficult.

(527) You should tone away from using overly formal language in casual conversations.

(528) I tend to cringe around people who are overly critical or judgmental of others.

(529) I enjoy the simplicity of digestives - they are not overly sweet or complicated.

(530) The competitive job market brought down to size the overly confident job seeker.

(531) The employee's lack of confidence made him overly subservient to his colleagues.

(532) The taste of overly sweet desserts can make me want to throw up with discomfort.

(533) It is important to be self-appraising without being overly critical of yourself.

(534) Satires can be a way to provide social commentary without being overly didactic.

(535) She tends to overdo creating overly ambitious and unrealistic goals for herself.

(536) If you are overly pedantic, you may struggle to connect emotionally with others.

(537) The blurb was overly dramatic, but the book managed to strike the right balance.

(538) Being overly controlling of someone's life can make them turn themselves insane.

(539) Some people coddle their pets so much that they become overly dependent on them.

(540) He was overly apologetic for his mistake, but we assured him it was no big deal.

(541) The company's profits suffered due to their overly aggressive marketing tactics.

(542) The author's overly descriptive writing style made the book difficult to follow.

(543) The chef added a pinch of salt to dampen the effect of the overly sweet dessert.

(544) The customer was put off by the salesperson's overly assertive selling approach.

(545) It's best to tone away from using overly emotional language in academic writing.

(546) Tone away from using overly technical language in presentations for non-experts.

(547) The zone between being empathetic and being overly emotional can be a fine line.

(548) Mama's boy is a term used to describe a man who is overly attached to his mother.

(549) A disadvantage of being overly competitive is strained relationships with others.

(550) Many scholars have criticized Thomas Malthus' ideas for being overly pessimistic.



Overly meaning


Overly is an adverb that is commonly used in English to describe something that is done to an excessive or exaggerated degree. It can be used to modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs in order to convey the idea of going beyond what is considered normal or appropriate. In this article, we will explore various tips on how to effectively use the word "overly" in sentences.


1. Use "overly" to describe excessive behavior: - She was overly excited about her upcoming vacation. - The teacher was overly strict with her students. - He tends to be overly critical of others.


2. Use "overly" to describe exaggerated emotions: - The movie's ending was overly dramatic. - She was overly emotional after receiving the good news. - He tends to be overly sensitive to criticism.


3. Use "overly" to describe excessive amounts or quantities: - The cake was overly sweet, and I couldn't finish it. - The dress was overly expensive, so I decided not to buy it. - The project required an overly large budget.


4. Use "overly" to describe excessive use or reliance on something: - He is overly dependent on his smartphone for everything. - She is overly reliant on her parents for financial support. - The company is overly focused on marketing and neglecting other areas.


5. Use "overly" to describe excessive concern or worry: - She is overly concerned about what others think of her. - He is overly worried about his upcoming presentation. - The parents were overly protective of their child.


6. Use "overly" to describe excessive attention or focus: - The media gave overly extensive coverage to the celebrity scandal. - The manager was overly attentive to every detail of the project. - The teacher was overly focused on grammar and neglected other aspects of language learning.


7. Use "overly" to describe excessive praise or criticism: - The book received overly positive reviews from critics. - The boss was overly critical of his employees' performance. - The judge was overly lenient in his sentencing.


8. Use "overly" to describe excessive complexity or difficulty: - The instructions were overly complicated, making it hard to follow. - The math problem was overly challenging for the students. - The legal document was overly convoluted and difficult to understand.


9. Use "overly" to describe excessive politeness or formality: - He was overly polite, constantly using formal language. - The email was overly formal, lacking a personal touch. - The host was overly attentive, making the guests uncomfortable.


10. Use "overly" to describe excessive expectations or demands: - The boss had overly high expectations for his employees. - The teacher had overly demanding assignments for the students. - The client had overly specific requirements for the project. Remember, when using "overly" in a sentence, it is important to ensure that the excessive or exaggerated nature of the subject is clearly conveyed. This will help the reader or listener understand the intensity or extremity of the situation being described.





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