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Example:His excessively sentimental expression during the celebration was seen as overly theatrical by some guests.

Definition:A display of emotion that is too excessive or not genuine, expressing emotions more than is necessary.

From excessively sentimental expression

Example:The writer's sentimental excess in the novel made some readers feel that the emotional content was overwhelming.

Definition:Too much sentimentality, often expressing emotions in a manner that is considered excessively or unreasonably emotional.

From sentimental excess

Example:The actress's melodramatic displays of emotion felt like oversentimentalism to many of the critics.

Definition:Emotional displays that are overly theatrical or exaggerated, resembling a melodramatic performance rather than a genuine expression of feelings.

From melodramatic displays of emotion