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

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

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

I feel overwhelmed by all the advice online.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 4, 2026

Shy Jerrie was overwhelmed by the attention, but she was smart enough to know that positive publicity would help the cause.

From "Women in Space" by Karen Bush Gibson