overdo
verb
over·do
ˌō-vər-ˈdü 
overdid
ˌō-vər-ˈdid
; overdone
ˌō-vər-ˈdən
; overdoing
ˌō-vər-ˈdü-iŋ
; overdoes
ˌō-vər-ˈdəz
; overdone
ˌō-vər-ˈdən
; overdoing
ˌō-vər-ˈdü-iŋ
; overdoes
ˌō-vər-ˈdəz
1
a
: to do in excess
Exercise regularly, but don't overdo it.
b
: to use to excess
had overdone it with the decorations
c
2
: to cook too long
3
: exhaust
: to go to extremes
Examples of overdo in a Sentence
You should exercise every day, but don't overdo it.
The acting in that play was badly overdone.
Don't overdo the salt in this recipe.
The cook overdid the hamburgers.
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Bean sprouts are a gentle way to start adding fiber without overdoing it.
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Dec. 2025
The texture starts light and creamy, then transforms into a soft foam that cleanses thoroughly without overdoing it.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Dec. 2025
Here’s Astr the Label’s take on this closet staple, which shines thanks to its pleated skirt, drop-waist silhouette, and en vogue Eggplant shade that feels elevated without overdoing it.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
So, be careful, take it slow and don't overdo it.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
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Ann Pietrangelo, Verywell Health, 27 Dec. 2025
The texture starts light and creamy, then transforms into a soft foam that cleanses thoroughly without overdoing it.
—Lily Wohlner, Allure, 22 Dec. 2025
Here’s Astr the Label’s take on this closet staple, which shines thanks to its pleated skirt, drop-waist silhouette, and en vogue Eggplant shade that feels elevated without overdoing it.
—Stacia Datskovska, Footwear News, 22 Dec. 2025
So, be careful, take it slow and don't overdo it.
—Brianne Tracy, PEOPLE, 11 Dec. 2025
See All Example Sentences for overdo
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“Overdo.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/overdo. Accessed 31 Dec. 2025.
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overdo
verb
over·do
-ˈdü
1
: to do too much
overdoes it getting ready for a party
2
: exaggerate
overdo praise
3
: to cook too long
meat that is overdone
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