Definitions

1. verb

to go beyond the limit of what is allowed, proper, or safe; to exceed or overstep something

“The manager’s attempt to save money by cutting corners ultimately led to the company’s financial overreach.”

2. noun

an act of going beyond the limit of what is allowed, proper, or safe; an exceeding or overstepping

“The team’s overreach in trying to win the championship led to a series of injuries and setbacks.”

3. noun

the distance or extent of something beyond a certain limit or boundary

“The explorer’s overreach into the unknown wilderness led to new discoveries and a deeper understanding of the region.”