overreact

Example Sentences

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If you lived through the 1970s oil shocks, you may overreact when you see $4 a gallon at the pump.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

If you lived through the 1970s oil shocks, you may overreact when you see $4 a gallon at the pump.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026

“I think if you just keep that big picture in mind, try not to overreact to the near term if you have a long-term outlook.”

From Barron's • Apr. 4, 2026

The problem is that investors and market outsiders often take him at his word, when he’s merely throwing out options, and thus overreact.

From Los Angeles Times • Feb. 6, 2026

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

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama