overworked

Example Sentences

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But it also means that an increasing amount of questionable science is slipping through an overworked peer review process.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

He finished high school and became a poorly paid, overworked apprentice electrician.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2026

“I hear it from clients, I hear it from friends and I hear it from family … ‘I’m overworked.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026

"My nutrition's on point, I go to the gym, I'm a healthy guy, but I've just overworked myself clearly."

From BBC • Feb. 21, 2026

Right now I feel ancient, and overworked and too warm.

From "Cat's Eye" by Margaret Atwood