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After Congress passed a law forcing their release, Bondi presided over that release — amid criticisms she was slow-walking it, withholding certain records and overly redacting others.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

But not overly: Pro-slavery Southerners, on the fence about a war for freedom, were radicalized by the idea that their economy would be cut out from under them.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 2, 2026

Save room for dessert—the house-made churro cheesecake isn’t overly sweet and is a great way to end the meal.

From Salon • Mar. 31, 2026

That may have looked overly pessimistic when the S&P 500 closed at 6978.60 near the end of January, but is now 9.4% above its recent level of 6400.

From Barron's • Mar. 30, 2026

“I keep worrying that Mom will have one of her rare but overly thorough cleaning sprees and toss out everything under the bathroom sink.”

From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence