overcommit

Part of Speech: verb

Definition: To make more promises or commitments than one can fulfill.

Senses:

1. To promise or pledge more than one is able to deliver.
2. To allocate or dedicate more resources or time than available.

Usage:

Popular Usage:

Individuals often overcommit themselves by taking on too many responsibilities or agreeing to tasks they cannot complete.

Local Usage:

In our community, it is common for people to overcommit during the holiday season by attending multiple events on the same day.

Sample Sentences:

• She tends to overcommit herself by agreeing to help everyone with their projects.
• The company overcommitted its resources, leading to numerous delays and a decline in quality.

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