overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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More than 70% of consumers in this poll said they had abandoned online shopping baskets within the last three months because they felt bombarded by and overwhelmed with choices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

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

Looking at the crowd, she could see her mother at the front of the line pleading with the desk sergeant, who looked overwhelmed.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh