verb
- to expand beyond what is reasonable, necessary, or sustainable
Examples
- The company overexpanded too quickly and had to close several stores.
- Don’t overexpand your business before you have enough capital.
- The restaurant chain overexpanded into markets they didn’t understand.
- Many startups fail because they overexpand without proper planning.
- The university overexpanded its programs and now faces budget cuts.
- He warned against overexpanding the military presence in the region.