Whoa. You won't find a weirder, more illogical media overreaction than that one.
From the keepingscore.blogs.time.com
That many regard the disruption as an overreaction doesn't negate its existence.
From the en.wikipedia.org
In the realm of psychology a complex is an overreaction to some perceived threat.
From the theatlantic.com
On the other hand, petrified, convinced that overreaction is the only reaction.
From the charlotteobserver.com
I think it's an overreaction to erase the accusations of endorsing Narendra Modi.
From the en.wikipedia.org
Chevron has accused Brazil of overreaction since the beginning of the incident.
From the forbes.com
Many commentators described the furore over the middle finger as an overreaction.
From the guardian.co.uk
Republicans, who almost unanimously opposed the law, warned of an overreaction.
From the latimes.com
I wonder whether the reaction to the leaks of waste water was an overreaction.
From the newscientist.com
More examples
An excessive reaction; a reaction with inappropriate emotional behavior
(overreact) show an exaggerated response to something; "Don't overreact to the bad news--take it easy"
Exaggeration is a representation of something in an excessive manner. Words or expressions associated with exaggeration include: Contexts of exaggeration include: # boasting and bragging by arrogant or manipulative people. # inflated praise in the form of flattery and puffery. ...
The percentage change in market price in response to an event is too large.