excessive

Definition for excessive

adjective as in too much; overdone

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disproportionate, enormous, exaggerated, exorbitant, extra, extravagant, extreme, inordinate, needless, redundant, steep, superfluous, unconscionable, undue, unreasonable

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boundless, dissipated, dizzying, immoderate, indulgent, intemperate, limitless, more, over, overboard, overkill, overmuch, plethoric, prodigal, profligate, recrementitious, self-indulgent, sky-high, stiff, stratospheric, super, superabundant, supernatural, too many, towering, unbounded, unmeasurable, way-out

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The Meter Operation Code of Practice Agreement says the plastic casing can "in some circumstances become conductive leading to a risk of electric shock and/or excessive heat".

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Common signs are an excessive need for attention and reassurance, according to psychologist and author Suzy Reading.

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The letter also cited excessive waiting times for members trying to get through on the phone, poor communication from pension scheme staff, and unanswered and unresolved queries and complaints.

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It also heard that plastic cuffs were used and the "extent of force was plainly excessive and beyond what was necessary".

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And as the city faces significant budgetary shortfalls, the project seems excessive, Mann said.

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