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overrun

/ˈoʊvərʌn/ verb, noun · British & US
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What does overrun mean?

verb, noun

to exceed a limit or capacity, especially in a way that is excessive or overwhelming; a quantity or amount that exceeds a limit or capacity.

Example

"The company's profits have overrun the budget, resulting in a significant loss."

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