overtire
Example Sentences
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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
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
Don't overtire yourself—don't use improvidently the new strength.
From The Letters of Elizabeth Barrett Browning, Volume II by Kenyon, Frederic G. (Frederic George), Sir
Now, Miss Terry," he said in conclusion, "you must not overtire yourself.
From Windyridge by Riley, W.
She was not so strong as her sister, and a two-mile walk to school was apt to overtire her.
From The Twenty-Fourth of June by Richmond, Grace S. (Grace Smith)
