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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overreach

/ˌoʊvərˈriːtʃ/ verb · British & US
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What does overreach mean?

verb

to go beyond what is proper or reasonable; to exceed one's authority or powers. To reach or extend too far, often in a way that is considered excessive or unjustified.

Example

"The company's decision to expand into new markets was seen as an overreach of their original business plan."

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

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