overshoot

(noun, verb)

noun

1. an approach that fails and gives way to another attempt

Definition categories: act

Sentences with overshoot as a noun:

- Let's see if we can predict and correct for the overshoot.

verb

1. shoot beyond or over (a target)

Definition categories: competition, blast, shoot, miss

2. aim too high

- The plan overshoots its aim

Definition categories: cognition, aim, aspire

Sentences with overshoot as a verb:

- When you drive, you must remember to not overshoot the parking space and end up with two wheels over the line.