overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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The character feels out of his depth, feels overwhelmed, feels like he does not quite know what he’s doing, it stands to reason I should feel like that.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 11, 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

Accepting the award, Manville said: "I'm a bit overwhelmed, it was my first time on Broadway so this is such a big deal."

From BBC • Jun. 8, 2026

On Wall Street in 2008 the reality finally overwhelmed perceptions: A crowded theater burned down with a lot of people still in their seats.

From "The Big Short" by Michael Lewis