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to stretch one's arm no further than one's sleeve (will reach)
to stretch one's arm no further than one's sleeve (will reach)
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The origin of this idiom is not clear, but it likely developed from the idea of being cautious and not overreaching or attempting more than one can handle.
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The team is currently facing a heavy workload, so they must stretch their arms no further than their sleeves will reach.
