overtire

Example Sentences

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Now, Miss Terry," he said in conclusion, "you must not overtire yourself.

From Windyridge by Riley, W.

But—you have walked enough the last couple of days; and apart from the discomfort to you, it is essential you should not overtire yourself.

From John Ames, Native Commissioner A Romance of the Matabele Rising by Mitford, Bertram

Agathemer had insisted that I postpone seeing them, because an interview with any of them was likely to overtire me.

From Andivius Hedulio Adventures of a Roman Nobleman in the Days of the Empire by White, Edward Lucas

I am careful not to overtire the children.

From The Boy's Voice A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c. by Curwen, John Spencer

Don't overtire yourself, and don't get up early!

From The Keeper of the Door by Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May)