over-correct

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Verb over-correct has 1 sense

over-correct, overcompensate - make excessive corrections for fear of making an error
--₁ is one way to right, compensate, redress, correct
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Over-Correct

Part of Speech: Verb

Definition: To correct or rectify something excessively or to an extreme, often resulting in an imbalance or error.

Example Sentences:

The teacher had a habit of over-correcting students' grammatical errors, sometimes making them feel discouraged.
While driving, it is important not to over-correct your steering as it may lead to losing control of the vehicle.
He over-corrected his mistake by overcompensating too much, which made the situation worse.

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