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Example Sentences

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Providers say the regulator is now overly responsive to safeguarding alerts, or notifications, which then trigger inspections.

From BBC • May 20, 2026

Ford said overly aggressive emissions targets risk encouraging consumers to retain older, higher-emission vehicles longer, potentially undermining investment in zero-emission technologies.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

Few investors check volatility levels because they are overly focused on anticipated stock movements.

From Barron's • May 13, 2026

For him, O’Neill is not overly dogmatic or politically compromised, and could be an effective director with the best intentions, who understands the necessity of trusting the scientific process.

From Salon • May 7, 2026

“I might have been a little overly optimistic,” admits Spike the day before the show.

From "Sparrow" by Sarah Moon