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Rule "over complicated (overcomplicated)"

This is one of many errors that LanguageTool can detect.

Description: over complicated (overcomplicated)
Message: This verb or adjective is normally spelled as one word.
Category: Grammar (ID: GRAMMAR)
Incorrect sentences
that this rule can detect:
  • The mind is definitely over used in alot of ways.
    Correction suggestion: overused
  • "Quick" is an over used word.
    Correction suggestion: overused
Correct sentences
for comparison:
  • The US is tracking a suspected Chinese surveillance balloon that has been spotted flying over sensitive sites in recent days.
  • The ability to effectively communicate over written language directly impacts outcomes for students and white collar professionals.
ID: OVER_COMPOUNDS [3]
Version: 6.6-SNAPSHOT (2024-11-22 22:33:09 +0100)