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overprotection

Description:

Overprotection refers to an excessive or exaggerated level of care, vigilance, or safeguarding, usually exhibited towards someone or something.

Parts of Speech:

• Noun

Senses and Usages:

Sense 1: The act of providing excessive or unnecessary protection.

Example sentence: Sarah's overprotection prevented her children from experiencing independence and developing important life skills.

Sense 2: The condition of being excessively protected or sheltered.

Example sentence: As a result of his parents' overprotection, Jake grew up with a fear of taking risks and struggled to become self-reliant.

Sense 3: The psychological impact caused by excessive protection, leading to a lack of self-confidence or independence.

Example sentence: Molly's constant overprotection during her childhood affected her ability to make decisions and trust her own judgment as an adult.

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