overspend

verb

over·spend ˌō-vər-ˈspend

overspent ˌō-vər-ˈspent

; overspending

Synonyms of overspend next

transitive verb

: to spend or use to excess : exhaust

: to exceed in expenditure

intransitive verb

: to spend beyond one's means

overspender noun

Examples of overspend in a Sentence

The studio clearly overspent on marketing, and the movie was still a flop.

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Another Kremlin source said Victory Day celebrations will be modest this year, as Russia has overspent in its war effort and can't afford a large-scale celebration. —

Michael Gfoeller and David H. Rundell, Newsweek, 16 Jan. 2025 Both the police and fire departments routinely overspend their budgets, particularly after emergencies or unexpected public safety needs. —

David Zahniser, Los Angeles Times, 10 Jan. 2025 The budget guardrails prohibit overspending in favor of significantly decreasing our state debt. —

Len Fasano, Hartford Courant, 8 Jan. 2025 On Christmas day, the Scorpio moon in your second house could tempt you to overspend or splurge on a lavish treat, so focus on thoughtful (instead of pricey) gestures. —

Valerie Mesa, People.com, 24 Dec. 2024 See all Example Sentences for overspend