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excess
01
overmatig, overtollig
much more than the desirable or required amount
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The excess weight on the airplane caused delays in takeoff.
Het overtollige gewicht op het vliegtuig veroorzaakte vertragingen bij het opstijgen.
Her spending habits led to excess debt that was difficult to manage.
Haar uitgavenpatroon leidde tot overmatige schulden die moeilijk te beheren waren.
Excess
01
an amount that is much greater than what is necessary or required
Voorbeelden
He poured an excess of sugar into the recipe.
The shipment contained an excess of materials.
02
an amount or degree that surpasses what is considered reasonable or permitted, often resulting in immoderation
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His excess of speed caused the accident.
The celebration was marked by excess and extravagance.
03
overindulgence, especially in pleasure, luxury, or consumption
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The king's court was famous for excess.
He indulged in excess during the holidays.
