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beyond capacity
/bɪˈjɒnd kəˈpæsɪti/
exceeding the maximum limit
The hospital was beyond capacity during the pandemic.
The hospital had more patients than it could handle.
general
Exceeding the maximum limit or ability to handle something
The server was beyond capacity and crashed.
The server could not handle the traffic and stopped working.
Her patience was beyond capacity after the long wait.
She had reached her limit of patience.
Often used to describe systems, resources, or personal limits that are overwhelmed.
Collocations
beyond capacityexceeding the maximum limit
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Usage Tip
Use 'beyond capacity' to describe situations where a system, resource, or person is unable to handle more.
Gold Rule
Correct Usage
Ensure the subject (e.g., hospital, server, person) is capable of having a capacity before using this phrase.
Word Origin
From 'beyond' (exceeding) and 'capacity' (maximum ability or limit).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in contexts involving systems, resources, or personal limits that are stretched to their maximum.
Word Breakdown
beyond
exceeding
prefixcapacity
maximum limit or ability
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