1. to think about something too much or in too much detail, often causing worry or preventing action

Examples

• Don’t overthink your answer on the test—go with your first instinct.
• She tends to overthink every decision, which makes her anxious.
• I’m overthinking this problem when the solution is actually simple.
• He overthought his presentation and ended up confusing himself.
• Try not to overthink what she meant by that comment.
• You’re overthinking this—just call her and ask.
• The coach told the players not to overthink their moves during the game.