excessive
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Supporters of the overhaul argue that the previous system contained an excessive number of overlapping or rarely used categories, which created administrative inefficiencies without significantly improving religious accommodation or support.
From Salon • Jun. 6, 2026
Three Appeal Court judges rejected David Elias KC's submissions that the sentence was "manifestly excessive".
From BBC • Jun. 5, 2026
Given that the Treasury Department is already seeing excessive overtime claims, it’s worth asking: How common might that temptation be?
From MarketWatch • Jun. 4, 2026
Many commercial drivers already practice fuel-efficient habits: They use cruise control and try to drive with a “feather foot” on the pedals instead of “lead foot” to prevent excessive acceleration and braking.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
“Luck,” Jesse said, never one for excessive verbalizing about feelings.
From "Geeks: How Two Lost Boys Rode the Internet Out of Idaho" by Jon Katz
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