Meaning of overshape | Babel Free
Definitions
- To transform; alter.
- To adjust; reshape.
- To shape, form, or manipulate excessively.
Examples
“"Why not?" she asked. Trying not to overshape the words. Trying not to say⟳ them too fast. Trying not to show⟳ how indignant she was at the idea of being left out.”
“This has become⟳ the routine this week: start⟳ off with a disaster, make⟳ some adjustment, and carry⟳ on. Yesterday in the media room he explained that because his swing⟳ was so off, he had intentionally been “overshaping” shots during the round.”
“Keep⟳ checking your progress⟳ against the form⟳ Wheel lightly and check often so you don't overshape an area.”
CEFR level
B2
Upper Intermediate
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
This word is part of the CEFR B2 vocabulary — upper intermediate level.
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