overuse (Meaning)
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overuse (n)
exploitation to the point of diminishing returns
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overuse (v)
make use of too often or too extensively
Synonyms & Antonyms of overuse
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overuse Sentence Examples
- Excessive overuse of antibiotics has led to the rise of resistant bacteria.
- The overuse of pesticides has caused harm to beneficial insects and biodiversity.
- Overuse of social media can lead to addiction and negative mental health effects.
- The overuse of non-renewable resources is depleting the planet's reserves.
- Overuse of plastic bags has contributed to environmental pollution.
- Overuse of painkillers can mask underlying health issues and lead to dependence.
- Overuse of electronic devices can cause eye strain and other health problems.
- Overuse of alcohol can damage the liver and other organs.
- Overuse of recreational drugs can lead to addiction and serious health consequences.
- Overuse of fertilizers can deplete soil nutrients and create pollution in waterways.
FAQs About the word overuse
exploitation to the point of diminishing returns, make use of too often or too extensively
exhaust, bore, overexpose, popularize, overdo,stereotype, vulgarize, coarsen, deplete,hackney
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Excessive overuse of antibiotics has led to the rise of resistant bacteria.
The overuse of pesticides has caused harm to beneficial insects and biodiversity.
Overuse of social media can lead to addiction and negative mental health effects.
The overuse of non-renewable resources is depleting the planet's reserves.
