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Glut

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Economic Context

Used to describe oversupply in economic terms, a factor in price changes.

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A glut in oil production led to lower fuel prices.
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Negative Connotation

Implies something is excessive to the point of being wasteful or undesirable.

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The glut of reality TV shows is overwhelming.
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Not Always Physical

Can refer to non-tangible things, like information or activities.

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There's a glut of advice online about healthy eating.
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