Sentences with Overkill

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5 Example Sentences Showcasing the Meaning of 'Overkill'

Using a flamethrower to kill a single mosquito is a classic example of overkill.

The government's decision to deploy the military for a peaceful protest was widely criticized as overkill.

The use of a supercomputer to solve a simple math problem was considered an overkill by the students.

Writing a 10-page essay for a simple book review assignment felt like overkill.

The use of a complex mathematical model for a simple counting task is an example of overkill.

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