overexplaining

[US]/ˌəʊvərɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərɪkˈspleɪnɪŋ/

Translation

v.to explain something in too much detail, often to the point of being unnecessary or tedious
n.the act of explaining something in excessive detail

Phrases & Collocations

stop overexplaining

overexplaining oneself

overexplaining the issue

overexplaining everything

no overexplaining needed

overexplaining constantly

stop overexplaining yourself

Example Sentences

stop overexplaining yourself - people will understand eventually.

he has a habit of overexplaining simple concepts.

she was overexplaining the obvious to the new employee.

overexplaining can make you seem insecure.

i tend to overexplain when i'm nervous.

the professor is overexplaining this topic again.

don't overexplain - just give me the basics.

overexplaining the rules only confused them more.

he kept overexplaining his decision.

she's known for overexplaining everything.

overexplaining can be annoying to listeners.

the manager needs to stop overexplaining every minor detail.

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