Teachers who are overpunishing students for minor errors often stifle their curiosity.

The committee reviewed the cases and concluded that the recent overpunishments had damaged trust in the system.

They overpunished him for a small oversight.

Many experts warn that overpunishment of minor infractions can do more harm than good.

Parents who overpunish their children often damage trust more than they correct behavior.

Everyone noticed how the coach overpunishes the players for minor mistakes.