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overreact

[oh-ver-ree-akt] / ˌoʊ vər riˈækt /


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Wall Street analysts told investors not to overreact to Amazon’s supply chain ambitions, noting that the company has been expanding its logistics operations for years.

From Barron's • Jun. 10, 2026

Nutrition experts commenting on the research have also urged people not to overreact.

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

"I did overreact, yes, in the way I reacted. It could have been different but I ended up losing my head," added Neymar.

From BBC • May 6, 2026

Bank of Canada Gov. Tiff Macklem said officials agreed not to overreact to a near-term surge in inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 29, 2026

I tried not to overreact anytime they reported making a new friend, though inwardly I was jubilant.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama




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