overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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Swatch was forced to close stores on three continents over the weekend after fans and watch profiteers overwhelmed the debut of the manufacturer’s tie-up with luxury brand Audemars Piguet.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 18, 2026

The consequences for workers can be deadly, with regular reports of fatigue, dizziness and nausea -- signs of heat stress, when the body's natural cooling systems are overwhelmed.

From Barron's • May 10, 2026

His mom was overwhelmed by the idea of sorting through all the financial details of the household and asked Wildstein to take over.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

Sir David said he was "completely overwhelmed" by messages he had received for his birthday - with King Charles III and Queen Camilla among his well-wishers.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

I tell her honestly that when I start to feel negative, anxious, or overwhelmed, I focus on how much I like just being with my friends.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh