in excess

Frequency: 8.015.2 per million words

More than is necessary, normal, or desirable; to an extreme degree.

excessPREPOSITION + NOUN

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Examples (10)

  • The drug can be harmful if taken in excess.
  • Indulging in excess during the holidays often leads to weight gain.
  • He celebrated his promotion by drinking in excess.
  • The report criticized the department for spending in excess on office supplies.
  • While exercise is good, training in excess can cause injuries.
  • Everything is fine in moderation, but harmful in excess.
  • She tends to worry in excess about small details.
  • Using social media in excess has been linked to anxiety.
  • The manager warned the team against working in excess, as it could lead to burnout.
  • Exposing your skin to the sun in excess can be dangerous.