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excessive

[ik-ses-iv] / ɪkˈsɛs ɪv /


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This exchange allows the two cell populations to support regeneration while placing limits on excessive growth.

From Science Daily Sep. 18, 2026

The expense, which is similar to the cost of a nanny, may seem excessive, but stretching the family budget is worth the mental load relief for some parents.

From Los Angeles Times Sep. 14, 2026

One stockpicking trend that Woodward focuses on is a flight to quality, those stocks that have high free-cash-flow yields without excessive debt.

From MarketWatch Sep. 11, 2026

"Taking out a loan in order to pay the excessive bill."

From BBC Sep. 9, 2026

“In the opinion of this court, there is not enough evidence to charge Officer Moore with excessive force, manslaughter, or murder.”

From "Ghost Boys" by Jewell Parker Rhodes




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