overreach
verb (used with object)
to reach or extend over or beyond.
is overreaching
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present progressiveof overreach (3rd person singular).present progressive
Used to describe an ongoing action or state that is currently taking place in the immediate present.
Example Sentences
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Tech firms, which are desperate to stop other countries from implementing similar bans, have argued the government is overreaching, and pointed to recently strengthened parental controls on many of their platforms as a solution.
From BBC ● Dec. 10, 2025
We’re also living during a time when technology is overreaching into every area of our lives.
From Washington Times ● May 18, 2023
The councilman, Zein E. Obagi Jr., has denied the accusations and said the State Bar is overreaching.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jan. 20, 2023
The S.E.C. enforcement lawyer overseeing the new task force rejects the criticism that it is overreaching.
From New York Times ● Sep. 17, 2022
“Most judges are going to see these for what they are, which is overreaching and lacking in any merit,” he said.
From Seattle Times ● Aug. 4, 2022
