Hanapin
to 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
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What is the origin of the idiom "spread oneself too thin" and when to use it?
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
Halimbawa
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.
If we try to do everything at once, we'll spread ourselves too thin and won't be able to do anything well.
