overstretch /ˌəʊvəˈstrɛtʃ/ ( overstretching, overstretched, overstretches )

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  V-T/V-I If you overstretch something or someone or if they overstretch, you force them to do something they are not really capable of, and they may be harmed as a result. 使···延伸过长; 使···超出(承受)能力

  例：

  Dr. Boutros Ghali said the operation would overstretch resources.

  博特罗斯·加利博士说该行动会超出环境的承受能力。

  例：

  Do what you know you can do well and don't overstretch yourself.

  做你自己能做好的事情，不要超出自己的能力。

  例：

  Never force your legs to overstretch, or you can cause injuries.

  不要过于用力压腿，否则你会受伤。