overstretched - meaning and definition. What is overstretched
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What (who) is overstretched - definition


overstretched      
If a system or organization is overstretched, it is being forced to work more than it is supposed to.
Analysts fear the overstretched air traffic control system could reach breaking point.
ADJ
overstretched      
adjective stretch too much.
Stretched         
  • A [[roller derby]] athlete stretching
  • A stretching [[Siberian tiger]]
FORM OF PHYSICAL EXERCISE WHERE A MUSCLE IS STRETCHED TO IMPROVE IT
PNF stretching; Static stretching; Passive stretching; Isometric stretching; Passive flexibility; Dynamic flexibility; Dynamic stretching; Ballistic stretching; Stretching exercise; Stretching exercises; Streching; Strech; Stretchy; Overstretching; Sports PNF; Stretched; Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation; Proprioceptive neurofacilitation; Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation stretching; Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitative stretching; Flexibility training
·Impf & ·p.p. of Stretch.
Examples of use of overstretched
1. General practice premises are very clearly overstretched.
2. "They admit themselves that they are overstretched.
3. NHS ‘horribly overstretched‘ One is the fact that, despite all the extra billions spent by the Government, the NHS remains horribly overstretched.
4. Vilar had overstretched and apparently found himself strapped for cash.
5. Syria makes mischief, knowing the Americans are already overstretched.