overcompensation
Example Sentences
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But it also has a strong whiff of overcompensation.
From Salon
Bullying as overcompensation for obvious insecurity and resentment that the world does not view their mediocrity as excellence?
From Salon
The overcompensation led to a grand finale featuring both pro wrestler Hulk Hogan and Ultimate Fighting Championship president Dana White, rather than the traditional activists and politicians one hears at a convention.
From Salon
It's definitely got an overcompensation vibe to it.
From Salon
He wore Kendall’s clothes and practiced self-doubt and the art of overcompensation.
From New York Times
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