overtire
Example Sentences
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Now, Miss Terry," he said in conclusion, "you must not overtire yourself.
From Windyridge by Riley, W.
I am so glad I sent the children to help you; do not overtire yourself.'
From Doctor Cupid by Broughton, Rhoda
There she left her, with strict injunctions to Chloe not to let her “new mistress” overtire herself.
From Dorothy on a House Boat by Raymond, Evelyn
Acquaint yourself thoroughly with all the work on the farm, and often do some yourself, as long as it does not overtire you.
From Ancient Rome The Lives of Great Men by Hamilton, Mary Agnes
She says I overtire myself, and that when old people have done their work they should take a nap.
From A Writer's Recollections — Volume 2 by Ward, Humphry, Mrs.
