overwork

That was because exceeding that threshold can increase risks for so-called "karoshi", or deaths from overwork, a labour ministry official told AFP.

From Barron's ● Sep. 1, 2026

But the working conditions for warehouse and delivery workers have been the subject of a growing national debate, with their union claiming that suspected deaths from overwork have continued.

From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026

In an economy with limited well-paying jobs, many have rejected societal pressures to overwork or have stopped working completely.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026

However, extended periods of overwork had the opposite impact, lowering mental sharpness and making it harder to stay productive.

From Science Daily ● Apr. 15, 2026

If the machine were used deliberately for that end, hunger, overwork, dirt, illiteracy, and disease could be eliminated within a few generations.

From "1984" by George Orwell

But based on a screenplay by a trio of Western writers and directed by Polish filmmaker Tomasz Bagiński, it quickly stumbles into narrative contrivances as it incessantly overworks certain emotional beats.

From Los Angeles Times ● May 12, 2023

Even when she overworks some crass jokes, Plaza amuses.

From Salon ● Mar. 3, 2023

This creates an imbalance and overworks the holding midfielder Luiz Gustavo, thus impacting on the center halves, who are exposed by their own lack of speed and mobility.

From Washington Times ● Oct. 19, 2017

Ms. Coleman, a freelance writer, overworks the foreshadowing and omen-dropping, but she manages to weave a lot of real suspense into the question of what type of destruction is in the offing.

From New York Times ● Apr. 6, 2011

He takes too little leave and steadily overworks himself, ... that's the truth.

From Captain Desmond, V.C. by Maud Diver

I asked my dad how he did it, and he said: “The maitre d’ is a busy man, probably overworked and underpaid.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 18, 2026

Beyond the talk about medical diagnosis, the case has also kicked off a larger social media conversation about how pressured, isolated and overworked mothers feel.

From Salon ● Aug. 26, 2026

There is no doubt that this is a busy summer for the overworked air traffic controllers.

From Barron's ● Aug. 23, 2026

But the sight gag nature of the characterization is overworked.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 23, 2026

I quickly escaped my gown and corset and propped my overworked feet on the pillow to air them out.

From "The Detective's Assistant" by Kate Hannigan

Like other fast-fashion giants including H&M and Zara, Shein has faced allegations of underpaying and overworking textile workers at its factories.

From Barron's ● Aug. 24, 2026

It’s very much about overworking and being productive.

From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 2, 2026

That’s a stark contrast with Shein, which has been accused of overworking and underpaying its workers and of being a massive industry polluter.

From MarketWatch ● May 19, 2026

"This suggests cells may be overworking early in the illness, which could lead to longer-term problems," Dr. Varela said.

From Science Daily ● Mar. 12, 2026

“I’ve been overworking you, and it’s not fair,” Mami said, stuffing a tip in the young woman’s pocket and practically pushing her out the door.

From "Before We Were Free" by Julia Alvarez