Meaning of overreaching in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Classifying Adjective
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

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  1. Classifying Adjective

    overreaching

    Definitions

    1. revealing excessive self-confidence

    Examples

    • « reaching for the heights »
    • « vaulting ambition »

    Synonyms

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