overly sensitive
Frequency: 8.525.1 per million words
too easily upset or offended
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Examples (10)
- He is overly sensitive to criticism from his peers.
- Don't be overly sensitive; it was just a joke.
- The equipment is overly sensitive to changes in temperature.
- She became overly sensitive about her appearance after the accident.
- A manager shouldn't be overly sensitive when employees suggest changes.
- Some people are overly sensitive to certain smells.
- The stock market is currently overly sensitive to political rumors.
- Was I being overly sensitive when I took offense at his comment?
- The skin on his face is overly sensitive to direct sunlight.
- Being overly sensitive can sometimes make social interactions difficult.