overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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"I can't really speak. I'm overwhelmed," she told AFP through tears.

From Barron's • Jun. 12, 2026

“If I push too hard, I get overwhelmed and pressure sets in,” says Munro.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

"I think we've all been, I wouldn't say overwhelmed, but pleasantly surprised by the excitement and the buzz around the team, and in the stadiums," he said.

From Barron's • Jun. 9, 2026

He’d stand in the aisles overwhelmed by the Technicolor labels, the piles of Edenic produce, and the thought that his family — wherever they may be — might not be able to afford food.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

There were so many scenarios running through my mind, I was completely overwhelmed by them.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall