As happens over and over again in history, this was an overreaction triggered by a small group of fear-mongers, in this case by self-appointed environmentalists.

Source: https://theava.com/archives/221708

But I think any significant reaction to all of this should be considered an overreaction.

Source: https://seekingalpha.com/article/4609303-do-not-expect-big-wireless-move-from-amazon?source=feed_all_articles

Hence, massive overreaction and lack of cost vs. benefit analyis, like closing schools when we knew COVID was mostly harmless to children of school age.

Source: https://news.slashdot.org/story/23/09/09/183225/staggering-education-inequality-caused-during-pandemic-by-overreliance-on-tech-says-un-agency?utm_source=rss1.0mainlinkanon&utm_medium=feed

Human Rights Watch senior researcher Carlos Conde described Pagente’sarrest as “an outrage” and “an overreaction on the part of those who felt offended.”

Source: https://krdo.com/news/2023/10/06/philippine-drag-queen-pura-luka-vega-arrested-after-jesus-performance-sparks-catholic-backlash/

… I love the giddy overreaction every time Kyle Dubas or a Maple Leafs scout attends other NHL games.

Source: https://torontosun.com/sports/simmons-sunday-in-canada-world-juniors-still-reign-supreme

“It’s probably the biggest overreaction you’ll see to a four-footer in your life, but it’s what I felt like I needed to do at the moment to let it out.

Source: https://www.dailyrecord.co.uk/sport/golf/jon-rahm-hits-back-brooks-31072273

Memphis police are expected to release body camera video of the incident on Friday, but Kemp’s call for military troops to confront anticipated protesters reeks of overreaction and escalation instead of responsible leadership in an emotional situation.

Source: https://njtoday.news/2023/01/26/georgia-prosecutors-are-lying-to-justify-excessive-charges-hide-police-brutality/

Napier no doubt heard all of the negative overreaction to Florida’s 24-11 road loss to 12th-ranked Utah in the season opener.

Source: https://www.sun-sentinel.com/2023/09/16/gators-vols-josh-heupel-billy-napier-florida-tennessee-rivalry/

Once the market realizes that its are an overreaction, this A-rated stock could make a stunning comeback.

Source: https://investorplace.com/market360/2023/02/stocks-for-cautious-investors-7-smart-picks/

Perhaps my concern over turmoil in libraries is an overreaction.

Source: https://www.postandcourier.com/aikenstandard/lifestyle/this-and-that-turmoil-extends-to-libraries-and-books/article_c7c551aa-7372-11ee-a211-c3c0e4d75c4f.html

The stock dropped nearly 30% on November 15 due to an overreaction to Q3 2023 earnings despite the company's continued growth.

Source: https://seekingalpha.com/article/4652854-global-e-online-risky-business-getting-riskier?source=feed_all_articles

Trump and his allies have either laughed off or embraced his support for a “day one” dictatorship, or have cast criticism against him as an overreaction.

Source: https://www.independent.co.uk/news/world/americas/us-politics/trump-christmas-greeting-message-truth-social-latest-b2469453.html

What makes you think it was an overreaction?

Source: https://japantoday.com/category/national/japan-sees-record-high-512-student-suicides-in-2022