overzealous
Example Sentences
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It's very interesting to see all these newly minted civil libertarians clutching their pearls at an "overzealous prosecution" after denigrating DAs all over the country for using prosecutorial discretion.
From Salon
Historian Pauline Maier noted that overzealous displays of empty patriotism driven by political expedience are as old as the nation itself.
From Washington Post
In her introduction, Marcus presents her own list: “an overzealous misfit; a girl with her head in the pastures; a princess devoted to ponies and privilege; a dominatrix with high boots and crop.”
From Los Angeles Times
Christopher Guest played their choreographer, chiding Shearer for overzealously jabbing his finger toward his partner.
From Los Angeles Times
Prosecutors and federal judges who have reviewed Blagojevich’s case have balked as his claims that he engaged in common political horse-trading and was a victim of an overzealous U.S. attorney.
From Seattle Times
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