1. to stretch something beyond its normal or safe limit
Usage: third person singular present tense
2. to demand too much from someone or something, especially resources or abilities
Usage: third person singular present tense

Examples

• She overstretches the rubber band until it snaps.
• The company overstretches its budget every quarter.
• He overstretches his muscles during intense workouts.
• The government overstretches its military forces across multiple conflicts.
• The teacher overstretches herself by taking on too many classes.
• The fabric overstretches when pulled too hard.
• The athlete overstretches his hamstring and gets injured.