- present tense form of overwhelm (3rd person singular).
overwhelms
Example Sentences
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Even here in the relative safety of Annapolis, Maryland, an advancing armada of amped-up college kids overwhelms me.
From Slate ● Jun. 24, 2026
The Sagrada Família overwhelms her with emotion whenever she visits, she said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 7, 2026
But both he and Balda know how much medicine the audience can handle in their fluff before the bitterness overwhelms the sweet.
From Salon ● May 17, 2026
Rates may rise even in recession this time, because the supply of Treasury debt overwhelms demand at current yields.
From MarketWatch ● Apr. 9, 2026
A warm feeling overwhelms me, bringing with it a flutter of emotions.
From "Warcross" by Marie Lu
