excessive commitment
[ɪk'sesɪv kə'mɪtmənt]
nounpl: excessive commitments
comprometimento excessivo
1. An overextension of oneself through taking on too many obligations, responsibilities, or promises beyond one's capacity to fulfill them effectively
Her excessive commitment to work left her with no time for family.
Seu comprometimento excessivo com o trabalho a deixou sem tempo para a família.
2. The state of being overly dedicated or devoted to something in a way that may be unhealthy or unsustainable
The manager warned against excessive commitment to a single project.
O gerente advertiu contra o comprometimento excessivo com um único projeto.
3. A binding obligation or promise that exceeds reasonable limits
Making excessive commitments to clients can damage your reputation.
Fazer comprometimentos excessivos com clientes pode prejudicar sua reputação.
In Brazilian corporate culture, 'excessive commitment' (comprometimento excessivo) is increasingly recognized as a problem linked to work-related stress and mental health issues. In the USA, similar concerns about 'overcommitment' have become prevalent in workplace wellness discussions, reflecting modern anxieties about work-life balance.
NYC Slang
overcommit; spread too thin
Related Idioms & Phrases
bite off more than one can chew
take on too much
burn the candle at both ends
have too many irons in the fire
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