overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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Consulates are overwhelmed, according to some diplomats, with so many Mexican nationals facing deportation — or worse fates.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026

While most of the coding issues may be minor, their sheer volume has amplified the risk that smaller software developers will become overwhelmed with reports of bugs such as the one Mythos found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

She added: "I just realised I was completely overwhelmed from trying to do both."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

I feel overwhelmed by all the advice online.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Its heady perfume overwhelmed my senses and I felt dizzy for a moment.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall