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Topic: Finance

overstock

IPA: /ˈoʊvərstɒk/

KK: /ˈoʊvərstɑk/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is more of a product available than is needed or can be sold.

Example: The store had to discount prices to clear the overstock of winter clothing.

transitive verb

Definition: To supply or store more of something than is needed or wanted.

Example: The store decided to overstock its shelves with holiday decorations this year.

overstored

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌstɔrd/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌstɔrd/

adjective

Definition: Having more items stored than what is needed or can be managed.

Example: The warehouse was overstored, leading to difficulties in finding the right products.

verb

Definition: To have stored more items than necessary or more than a space can hold.

Example: The warehouse was overstored, making it difficult to find the items we needed.

oversubscribe

IPA: /ˌoʊvərsəˈskraɪb/

KK: /oʊvərsəˈskraɪb/

transitive verb

Definition: To sign up for something more than what is available, often leading to a situation where there are not enough spots or resources for everyone who wants to participate.

Example: The event was so popular that it was oversubscribed, and many people were left without tickets.

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.

oversupply

IPA: /ˌoʊvərˈsʌplaɪ/

KK: /oʊvərsəplaɪ/

noun

Definition: A situation where there is more of something available than is needed or wanted.

Example: The oversupply of goods led to lower prices in the market.

transitive verb

Definition: To provide more of something than is needed or wanted.

Example: The company oversupplied the market with their new product, leading to a drop in prices.

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.

overtime

IPA: /ˈoʊvərtaɪm/

KK: /ˈoʊvərtaɪm/

adverb

Definition: Beyond the usual time limit, especially in relation to work hours.

Example: The employees stayed late to finish the project and worked overtime.

noun

Definition: Extra hours worked beyond the normal working schedule, often resulting in additional pay.

Example: She earned extra money by working overtime last weekend.

transitive verb

Definition: To work more hours than usual, especially beyond the standard work schedule.

Example: She decided to work overtime to finish the project on time.

overtip

IPA: /oʊˈvɜrˌtɪp/

KK: /oʊˈvɜrˌtɪp/

verb

Definition: To give a gratuity that is larger than what is considered normal or expected.

Example: She decided to overtipped the waiter for his excellent service.

overtrade

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌtreɪd/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌtreɪd/

transitive verb

Definition: To engage in excessive trading, often resulting in financial loss or instability.

Example: Investors should be cautious not to overtrade, as it can lead to significant losses.

overtrading

IPA: /ˈoʊvərˌtreɪdɪŋ/

KK: /ˈoʊvərˌtreɪdɪŋ/

noun

Definition: The practice of buying more goods than one can afford, leading to financial difficulties or market oversupply.

Example: Overtrading can lead to serious financial problems for a business.

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