overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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“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

“I think we’ve all been, I wouldn’t say overwhelmed, but possibly surprised by the excitement and the buzz,” said captain Tim Ream, who led the team onto the field.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026

"Staff described that they felt they were overwhelmed," she said.

From BBC • Jun. 4, 2026

Do not be afraid of the path we must walk, or be overwhelmed by it.

From "Split the Sky" by Marie Arnold