overreact

Example Sentences

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She makes some insufficiently careful decisions, but those around her tend to overreact.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 12, 2026

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

From Science Daily • May 24, 2026

Like Wilkerson said—investors still need to pay attention, but they don’t have to overreact.

From Barron's • May 7, 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

The problem with Gina, and maybe all mothers—she could overreact, but she could also be right.

From "A Heart in a Body in the World" by Deb Caletti