Overbuy Definition

ōvər-bī
overbought, overbuying, overbuys
verb
To buy more than is needed or justified by ability to pay.
Webster's New World
To buy (stock) on margin in excess of one's ability to provide further security if prices drop.
American Heritage
To buy goods beyond one's means or needs.
American Heritage

Origin of Overbuy

  • From over- +"Ž buy.

    From Wiktionary

Overbuy Sentence Examples

  • Even though the price may be tempting, don't overbuy and end up with more votives than you'll ever use.

  • When higher-end stores overbuy, they clear out their merchandise through retailers like T.J. Maxx and Marshalls.

  • If you've thought your list out well and decided that you only need, say, two pairs of slacks, two skirts, and four tops, you might forget and overbuy once you're at the store.

  • If you find an excellent bargain at a clearance sale, don't be afraid to overbuy and put aside several backpacks for another year.

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