work overtime

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“Now, even when I work overtime, all money gets spent,” said Yadav, who has decided to leave his job in Noida and return to his home village.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

Kickers will have to work overtime as punters to cut costs.

From Slate • Dec. 12, 2024

Accustomed to learning playbooks quickly after hopscotching around the league, Heinicke had to work overtime after joining the Chargers on Aug. 28.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2024

After the four-day strike, Border Force staff will then work to rule and refuse to work overtime from 4 September until 22 September.

From BBC • Aug. 31, 2024

He ended up having to work overtime, digging a new trench, cutting into the pipes, and attaching the main water line.

From "Small Steps" by Louis Sachar