overextension

Example Sentences

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Some observers have pointed to these as signs of overextension.

From Barron's • Oct. 30, 2025

One potential pitfall is overextension, which is the problem of taking on too much debt or getting stuck in debt over time, which I described above.

From Slate • Apr. 3, 2024

DC universe come at a time when studios across the industry contend with audience fatigue and the overextension of franchises.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 21, 2023

A stronger hypothesis is that the anemic box office opener for “The Marvels” is the inevitable result of brand overextension.

From Salon • Nov. 17, 2023

The regiment, when operating alone and attacking, should undertake an enveloping attack if it does not result in overextension.

From Infantry Drill Regulations, United States Army, 1911 Corrected to April 15, 1917 (Changes Nos. 1 to 19) by Department, United States War