out·stretch

[out-strech]
verb (used with object)
1.
to stretch forth; extend: to outstretch one's hand in welcome.
2.
to stretch out; expand: The rising population has outstretched the city.
3.
to stretch beyond: His behavior outstretches my patience.

Origin:
1350–1400; Middle English; see out-, stretch

out·stretch·er, noun
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outstretch (ˌaʊtˈstrɛtʃ) [Click for IPA pronunciation guide]
 
vb
1.  to extend or expand; stretch out
2.  to stretch or extend beyond

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outstretch
mid-14c., from out + stretch (q.v.).
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Example sentences
Also, the temptation to keep many apps running can outstretch the device's ability to handle them.
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