1
as in exhausted
depleted in strength, energy, or freshness
I'm bushed after a day of moving boxes from the cellar to the attic
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2
as in dazed
chiefly Australian
suffering from mental confusion
we were thoroughly bushed after listening to the convoluted directions from a well-meaning Sydneysider
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Adjective
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That endurance capacity is likely due to female bodies preferentially using slow-burning fat over quickly exhausted carbohydrates, in both athletes and less sporty people, studies have shown.—
The Washington Post,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
17 June 2025 -
Moreover, deep cleaning tasks that involve scrubbing or reorganizing cabinets can take longer than anticipated, leaving you feeling exhausted before bed.—
Mary Cornetta,
Better Homes & Gardens,
17 June 2025
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In his latest, Minervini brings viewers into the thick of the Civil War, only to find the same dazed souls and gnawing uncertainties that have always been his focus.—
Tim Grierson,
Los Angeles Times,
19 June 2025
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The internet, like a dazed prize fighter, wobbles on its last legs before going down.—
Jake Coyle,
Twin Cities,
5 June 2025
Adjective
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Mowing Lawns Homeowners are usually away on vacation or are probably too tired to maintain their yards.—
Sho Dewan,
Forbes.com,
23 June 2025
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But, in Dick’s opinion, Charlie grew tired of baseball’s daily grind.—
Patrick Saunders,
Denver Post,
22 June 2025
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There were also problems connecting to the internet and to phone networks, leaving many bewildered and unable to obtain information.—
Catherine Porter,
New York Times,
29 Apr. 2025
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Tornado is a bewildered Japanese girl (played by pop singer Kôki) who fights off a horde of white men, thieving gold vagabonds who represent both Anglo-Saxon and Anglo-Celtic ancestry.—
Armond White,
National Review,
4 June 2025
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Despite decades of existence, Jack in the Box’s sales remain stagnant, its strategy appears confused, and investors are becoming increasingly uneasy.—
Jim Osman,
Forbes.com,
19 June 2025
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After social media backlash, including a confused reaction from Dr. Dre and legendary B-Boy Crazy Legs, the 37-year-old issued an apology to the breaking community.—
DeMicia Inman,
VIBE.com,
18 June 2025
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Some people have suggested that red-light cameras would be helpful, but Linke said that a key way to reduce the number of distracted drivers is furthering education.—
Caleb Lunetta,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
21 June 2025
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In 2023, Elon Musk seemed too distracted by his latest venture to run the world’s most valuable car company.—
Patrick George,
The Atlantic,
18 June 2025
Adjective
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If that happens, a person may become confused and dizzy, and feel faint.—
Katia Hetter,
CNN Money,
19 June 2025
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But experiencing random dizzy spells throughout the day is nothing short of unnerving.—
Rachel Nall,
SELF,
17 June 2025
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“Bushed.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/bushed. Accessed 3 Jul. 2025.
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