How to Pronounce "overreaching"
word
ˈoʊvɝˌɹitʃɪŋ
OH-ver-REE-ching
ˌəʊvəɹˈiːtʃɪŋ
oh-vuh-REE-ching
Definition
Trying to do more than you are able to, or going beyond reasonable limits, especially when trying to get more power, control, or success.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊvɝˌɹitʃɪŋ
British English
ˌəʊvəɹˈiːtʃɪŋ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-ver-REE-ching
UK
oh-vuh-REE-ching
Listen in Context
The company was overreaching by trying to control so many markets.
Some politicians are often accused of overreaching.
His plan was criticized for overreaching the team's abilities.
I think you're overreaching a bit with this huge project.