Associations to the word «Overstress»

Wiktionary

OVERSTRESS, verb. To place excessive emphasis on something
OVERSTRESS, verb. To place excessive physical stress on something, especially to such an extent that it deforms or breaks

Dictionary definition

OVERSTRESS, verb. Place special or excessive emphasis on; "I cannot overemphasize the importance of this book".

Wise words

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John Adams