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overly

[oh-ver-lee] / ˈoʊ vər li /


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His projections about artificial intelligence as an economic solution are overly optimistic and lack grounding in current reality.

From Los Angeles Times

Ignore regulatory reform, and the Fed risks overly tight policy, he warned.

From Barron's

The base view is that “we’re not overly concerned. But I can’t not have it as a risk scenario for Treasuries.”

From Barron's

A measured Alcaraz was not overly despondent afterwards but has returned to Melbourne intent on winning.

From BBC

Many cite his tone, which they view as overly combative.

From BBC