OVEREXTENDS Synonyms: 24 Similar and Opposite Words

overextends

verb

present tense third-person singular of overextend

as in overreaches

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The name Platform6 refers to the sixth art — performing arts — and the acquisition of Without Production broadens its offer, adding fashion shows to its expertise.

— Luisa Zargani, Footwear News, 14 Oct. 2026
The agreement broadens co-production to film, TV and video works regardless of length or genre and allows producers from third countries to participate.

— Emiliano de Pablos, Variety, 12 Oct. 2026

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In Capital in the Twenty-First Century, the French economist Thomas Piketty showed how wealth perpetuates across generations and widens the divide between those who own capital and everyone else.

— Nicholas Bequelin, Time, 16 Oct. 2026
Every clinical breakthrough has cost implications, accelerates the pace of change and widens the gap between what is scientifically possible and what is practical for clinicians delivering care.

— Brad Kreick, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

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