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

In the post he thanked the many people who had helped him with his MND and said he was overwhelmed by their generosity.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Staff seemed overwhelmed as they evacuated the entire terminal, he said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 8, 2026

A medical source who did not wish to be identified told AFP that the hospital was overwhelmed.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

Still...when she tried to imagine a plan that could succeed, the logistics overwhelmed her.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan