overtire

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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

Olga wanted to ride, but Nick declared that this would overtire her, adding with a grin that he would occupy the back seat in the dog-cart if Noel had no objection.

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

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

And there’s certainly no need for you to overtire yourself, mother.”

From The Jervaise Comedy by Beresford, J. D. (John Davys)

A little quiet shooting this autumn and a little hunting, just enough to keep you fit and not to overtire you; you mustn’t overtax your strength.”

From When William Came by Saki