- present participle of overeat.
overeating
Example Sentences
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She says she struggles with overeating and cravings during her period.
From BBC ● Jul. 13, 2026
The results showed that weight gain was not caused by "overeating," but by a reduction in energy expenditure.
From Science Daily ● Apr. 14, 2026
When you eat more vegetables “you increase your fiber, you feel full longer, and that helps mitigate the overeating from when you rely on ultraprocessed foods,” he said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 17, 2026
Together, many experts argue, these factors create constant cues and pressures toward overeating and inactivity, meaning even highly motivated individuals struggle to maintain a healthy weight.
From BBC ● Jan. 4, 2026
After overeating, Archie thought the hammock looked pretty good.
From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner
