overwhelmed
Example Sentences
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England's quartet of seamers once again overwhelmed Pakistan to put the home side on the verge of a series win on the second day of the second Test at Lord's.
From BBC ● Aug. 28, 2026
On “American Dream,” Mr. Cockrell’s instrument has a slapback effect, as if he’s playing underwater, echoing the lyric’s description of feeling overwhelmed and weighted down by the state of the world.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 25, 2026
“I’m overwhelmed and excited,” Wafer said about the reopening.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 24, 2026
Stewart said she had been "overwhelmed" by the support from family, friends and "even strangers", adding that the "you've inspired me to get better, not bitter".
From BBC ● Aug. 24, 2026
“How do you avoid being overwhelmed by your plant mind reading?”
From "Clairboyance" by Kristiana Kahakauwila
