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overact

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See: overreach


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Collins and Evans produce an uncomfortable yin-yang of acting styles: The former (no stranger to the stage) overacts to the point of caricature, while the latter clearly is uncomfortable in her first stage role.
Acknowledge that some problems exist and therefore that palliative action was appropriate but caution that the government (and media) should not overact to any transgressions--that is to say, a "yes, but" approach.
Play the balcony" describes an American performer who overacts or caters to the audience in the cheaper seats.
 
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