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Word of the Day Wednesday, June 10, 2026

overcommitment

/ˌoʊvərˌkəmɪtmənt/ noun · British & US
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What does overcommitment mean?

noun

The state of having taken on too many responsibilities or obligations, often leading to feelings of stress or overwhelm. A situation in which someone has promised to do more than they can realistically accomplish.

Example

"The company's overcommitment to multiple projects at once led to delays and financial losses."

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