[spread] {oneself} too thin
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to take on more tasks or responsibilities than one can handle effectively, resulting in a lack of focus and decreased productivity
The phrase "spread oneself too thin" is believed to have originated in the early 20th century. is used to describe a situation where someone is trying to do too many things at once, leading to a decrease in the quality of their work or their ability to fulfill their responsibilities.This idiom
- If we try to do everything at once, we'll spread ourselves too thin and won't be able to do anything well.
- She's been spreading herself too thin lately, taking on too many projects at work and not having enough time to rest or spend time with her family.
- The manager warned us not to spread ourselves too thin by taking on too many clients at once.