as in overwhelmed
to subject to incapacitating emotional or mental stress
the workers are being ground down by the long work hours which leave them little time for anything else
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After Renee Good's killing, Smitten Kitten began collecting basic needs donations and were overwhelmed by the support from those who donated.—
Marielle Mohs,
CBS News,
2 Mar. 2026 -
She was often frustrated by spending long spells on hold with insurance agents, and was overwhelmed by the complexity of the plans.—
Jenisha Watts,
The Atlantic,
2 Mar. 2026
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The community was blindsided and devastated by her sudden death.—
Stephanie Nolasco,
FOXNews.com,
7 Mar. 2026
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Outreach workers and public health officials say the highly addictive synthetic opioid has devastated many people living on the streets nearby.—
Teresa Liu,
Daily News,
6 Mar. 2026
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The Stars overcame a two-goal deficit to defeat the Nashville Predators 3-2 in overtime Saturday night and win their eighth consecutive game — tying a franchise record for the longest win streak.—
Lia Assimakopoulos,
Dallas Morning News,
1 Mar. 2026
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Hillier also overcame strong winds and cold conditions to post a final round 67 for a 22-under four-round total of 262 at the par-72 Millbrook Resort.—
ABC News,
ABC News,
1 Mar. 2026
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“Ground (down).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/ground%20%28down%29. Accessed 10 Mar. 2026.
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