paralysis by analysis

A form of analysis paralysis — The condition of being unable to make a decision due to the availability of too much information which must be processed in order for the decision to be made.

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Meanings

nounparalysis by analysis (uncountable)
  1. alternativeuncountableAlternative form of analysis paralysis.
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