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Exam: TOEFL

overstrain

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstreɪn/

KK: /oʊvərˈstreɪn/

intransitive verb

Definition: To exert oneself too much physically, leading to excessive strain or stress on the body.

Example: If you overstrain during exercise, you might injure yourself.

transitive verb

Definition: To put too much pressure or stress on something, causing it to become damaged or to fail.

Example: He overstrained his muscles while lifting heavy weights at the gym.

overstress

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstrɛs/

KK: /oʊvərˈstrɛs/

transitive verb

Definition: To put too much stress or pressure on someone or something, either physically or emotionally.

Example: If you overstress yourself with work, it can lead to burnout.

overstretch

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈstrɛtʃ/

KK: /oʊvərˈstrɛtʃ/

transitive verb

Definition: To stretch something too much or beyond its limits, causing strain or damage.

Example: He tends to overstretch himself by taking on too many responsibilities at work.

overstructured

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌstrʌkʧərd/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌstrʌkʧərd/

adjective

Definition: Having too much structure or organization, often making something rigid or complicated.

Example: The project was criticized for being overstructured, which stifled creativity and flexibility.

oversubscribed

IPA: /ˌoʊvərsəˈkraɪbd/

KK: /oʊvərsəˈkraɪbd/

adjective

Definition: Describing a situation where there are more requests or interest than available capacity or resources.

Example: The concert was oversubscribed, with tickets selling out in minutes due to high demand.

verb

Definition: To have more requests or applications for something than there are available spots or resources.

Example: The event was oversubscribed, leading to many disappointed attendees who couldn't get tickets.

oversuspicious

IPA: /ˌoʊvərsəˈspɪʃəs/

KK: /oʊvərsəˈspɪʃəs/

adjective

Definition: Having an unreasonable or excessive level of distrust or suspicion towards others or situations.

Example: Her oversuspicious nature made it hard for her to trust anyone.

overt

IPA: /oʊˈvɜrt/

KK: /oʊˈvɜrt/

adjective

Definition: Something that is open and easily seen; not hidden or secret.

Example: The overt display of affection between the couple was noticeable to everyone around them.

overtake

IPA: /ˌoʊ.vərˈteɪk/

KK: /oʊvərˈteɪk/

transitive verb

Definition: To pass someone or something by moving ahead of them after catching up.

Example: The car was able to overtake the slower vehicle on the highway.

overtax

IPA: /oʊvərˈtæks/

KK: /oʊvərˈtæks/

transitive verb

Definition: To place a burden or demand on someone or something that is too great or excessive.

Example: The new regulations may overtax small businesses, making it hard for them to survive.

overthink

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈθɪŋk/

KK: /oʊvərˈθɪŋk/

verb

Definition: To think about something too much, often causing worry or confusion.

Example: She tends to overthink every decision she makes.

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