overextend
US /ˌoʊvərɪkˈstɛnd/
UK /ˌəʊvərɪkˈstend/
动词
1.
过度劳累, 过度使用
to make something, especially oneself, reach or stretch too far
示例:
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He tends to overextend himself at work, leading to burnout.
他倾向于在工作中过度劳累，导致精疲力尽。
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The company might overextend its resources if it takes on too many projects.
如果公司承担太多项目，可能会过度使用其资源。
2.
过度负债, 透支
to commit oneself to more financial obligations than one can afford
示例:
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Many homeowners overextended themselves with large mortgages during the housing boom.
在房地产繁荣时期，许多房主因高额抵押贷款而过度负债。
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It's easy to overextend your credit if you're not careful with your spending.
如果你不小心花钱，很容易透支你的信用。
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