excessive
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She told BBC Radio 4's Today programme parents had not been given the chance to "opt out" of the "excessive" use of screens in schools, which risks children "just not thriving" in education.
From BBC ● Oct. 13, 2026
Acne is caused by many factors including genetics, hormones, environment and even diet — such as eating excessive amounts of dairy.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 13, 2026
The researchers also highlighted potential effects on reaction time and concentration, suggesting that excessive phone use could have consequences extending beyond the moments spent looking at a screen.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 12, 2026
They had the most sympathy with student complaints about the excessive size of classes and with the need to renovate the country's crumbling schools.
From Barron's ● Oct. 12, 2026
“This container is designed to keep the agent cold and under pressure. Be mindful while it remains in the workshop. Avoid excessive heat in its immediate vicinity.”
From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss
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