“Overdo” or “Overdue”

Overview

overdo / overdue are similar-sounding terms with different meanings (referred to as homophones). To better understand the differences, see below for definitions, pronunciation guides, and example sentences using each term. 👇

Definitions

overdo: (verb) do something to an excessive degree.

overdue: NA

Pronunciation

overdo: OW·v·er·d·UW

overdue: OW·v·er·d·UW

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Examples in Context

Examples of “overdo”

…in these stories to not overdo that impulse, to not throw…

Examples of “overdue”

…"The Rabbit are a band overdue a breakthrough, and fans of…
…bring the talks to an overdue close.
…she said, "it was long overdue that Filipina women were recognized,…
…Champion team, received their long overdue recognition when the Venezuelan Baseball…
…market, and the increases were overdue.

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