overapplication
/ˌoʊvərˌæplɪˈkeɪʃən/
noun
- The act of using or putting on too much of something, such as a product, rule, or effort.
- Overapplication of sunscreen can leave a sticky white residue on your skin.
- The teacher warned against the overapplication of grammar rules in creative writing.
- Overapplication of fertilizer can damage plants and pollute nearby water sources.
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