Excess refers to an amount that surpasses what is necessary, expected, or permitted. Commonly applied in insurance, it denotes the deductible a policyholder pays before coverage kicks in. Businesses and insurers benefit from this arrangement, as it reduces small claims and lowers premiums. In economics, excess supply or demand helps balance markets through price adjustments.
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