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Definition overdo in American English

overdo verb

[transitive] verb
/ˌoʊvərˈdu/
1

to do, say, use, etc. more of something than you should

Example

Don't overdo the spices or you'll lose the flavor of the meat.

Example

I thought they overdid the sentimentality at the end of the movie.

Example

Be careful not to overdo it with the exercise.

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1.1

to cook something for too long

Example

I'm afraid I've overdone the vegetables.

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Definition overdo in American English