overdo

Definition

  • verb: to do too much of (something)
  • verb: to do in excess
  • synonyms: fatigue, exhaust, surpass

Examples

  • I think you might have 'overdone' it with the decorations. [=used too many decorations]

  • Love is a theme that is 'overdone' [=used too often] in the movies.

  • You should exercise every day, but don't 'overdo it'.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) No. Maybe a beer or something. Caleb, I'm sure you've noticed that I've been somewhat overdoing it recently. So when I woke up this morning, I said, "That's it, time to hit the old detox." (..)
    2014 Ex Machina
  • (..) Okay, now, I need to make sure I have a Lalita... ...before I meet the Grasshopper. It's a sweet green miracle. If you're gonna drink on this date, just promise me you won't overdo it. Overdo what? Happiness? Freedom? This warm glow inside of me that promises (..)
    2007 TvShow: The Big Bang Theory Title: The Grasshopper Experiment Season: 1 Episode 8
  • (..) She hates surprises. Hey, what are you gonna order ? - Huh ? - From him. What are you gonna order ? Um, l haven't decided yet. Oh, well, don't overdo it. l don't want people saying, ""There goes that famous actor with the big, fat girlfriend."" l should leave. This is a fairly strange reality (..)
    1999 Notting Hill