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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overstretch

/ˌoʊvərˈstɪtʃ/ verb · British & US
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What does overstretch mean?

verb

to extend or stretch something too far, often to the point of being excessive or unreasonable; to interpret or apply something too broadly or loosely.

Example

"The company's ambitious plans to expand into new markets were seen as an overstretch, given their limited resources."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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