excessively

Example Sentences

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Auditors that take an excessively light-touch approach can face SEC penalties.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

To describe the phenomenon, he used the slang word "glazing" -- to excessively praise something.

From Barron's • Mar. 24, 2026

But according to the Cour des Comptes, the new system relied excessively – and mistakenly – on good faith.

From BBC • Mar. 12, 2026

These outbreaks occur when algae grow rapidly and excessively, often triggered by high nutrient levels and warmer water temperatures.

From Science Daily • Mar. 6, 2026

‘Oh!’ said he, ‘I can fasten the rivet. I like a job of that sort excessively.’

From "Emma" by Jane Austen