overextends

Definition of overextendsnext
present tense third-person singular of overextend

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for overextends
Verb
  • The new update significantly broadens this scope to include high-stakes government identifiers.
    Aamir Khollam, Interesting Engineering, 10 Feb. 2026
  • Data center REITs, in particular, are intriguing group to watch as participation broadens given their tie to the AI investment theme.
    Katie Stockton, CNBC, 9 Feb. 2026
Verb
  • The bill widens the definition of what a passenger rail is.
    CalMatters, Oc Register, 5 Feb. 2026
  • Versatility also widens the door of opportunity in modern soccer, where center backs are expected to capitalize on offensive set pieces, strikers to defend in a high press and fullbacks to be as technically flamboyant as wingers.
    Tamerra Griffin, New York Times, 5 Feb. 2026
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“Overextends.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/overextends. Accessed 15 Feb. 2026.

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