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excessive

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Excessive force to combat minor infractions of the law is the central issue today.

The list of banned items from the BBFC seems altogether ridiculous and excessive.

Excessive alcohol consumption is a major public health problem in the United States.

For men, excessive, or binge drinking, is defined as five or more drinks at one time, or more than 15 drinks during the week.

The government defines excessive drinking as drinking too much on one occasion over the course of a week.

Where the dampness is excessive the fronds take on an unhealthy appearance, and mould may appear.

It is a very common error to consider these deposits as evidence of excessive excretion.

Factors which favor an early deposit are high acidity, diminished urinary pigments, and excessive excretion of uric acid.

"Y—es," answered Mr. Carr, his excessive astonishment causing a hesitation.

A trace of bile may be present as a result of excessive straining while the tube is in the stomach.

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On this page you'll find 119 synonyms, antonyms, and words related to excessive, such as: disproportionate, enormous, exaggerated, exorbitant, extra, and extravagant.

From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.

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