overexploit

[US]/ˌəʊvərɪkˈsplɔɪt/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərɪkˈsplɔɪt/

Translation

v.to use something too much or too often, causing damage or depletion

Phrases & Collocations

overexploit resources

avoid overexploit

overexploited land

stop overexploit

overexploit fisheries

risk overexploit

overexploit forests

prevent overexploit

overexploit minerals

don't overexploit

Example Sentences

companies risk overexploit natural resources for short-term profits.

we must prevent overexploit of fish stocks in the ocean.

the overexploit of groundwater led to severe water shortages.

the government is trying to curb the overexploit of forests.

overexploit of workers is a serious ethical concern.

don't overexploit the kindness of others; be respectful.

the overexploit of land for agriculture degrades the soil.

the industry's overexploit of minerals is unsustainable.

overexploit of data raises privacy and security issues.

we need sustainable practices to avoid overexploit of resources.

the overexploit of indigenous communities' land rights is unacceptable.

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