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overwhelmed

[oh-ver-hwelmd, -welmd] / ˌoʊ vərˈʰwɛlmd, -ˈwɛlmd /


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I feel overwhelmed by all the advice online.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

To keep you from getting overwhelmed, The Wall Street Journal asked Govan for a guide to 10 must-see pieces, including a few recent additions.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 1, 2026

Seafarers' helplines say they are overwhelmed with messages from crews stuck in the Gulf by the Middle East war, desperately seeking repatriation, compensation and onboard supplies.

From Barron's • Mar. 29, 2026

Sewage is spilt when it is raining to prevent the system becoming overwhelmed and backing up into people's homes.

From BBC • Mar. 26, 2026

But soon he was overwhelmed by the water’s swiftness.

From "Abel's Island" by William Steig