overwhelmed
Americanadjective
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completely overcome in mind or feeling.
She told the overwhelmed and sobbing mother she would take care of all medical expenses.
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loaded, filled, or addressed with an excessive amount of anything.
Over 100 dogs were transported to other parts of the state from overwhelmed animal shelters on the coast.
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overpowered or crushed, as by superior forces.
The aim of the coalition's operation was to stop the dictator and his army from attacking already overwhelmed rebel troops.
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The adventurer said he was "absolutely overwhelmed" by the crowds who lined the bridge.
From BBC ● Nov. 1, 2026
Others get that, but then get overwhelmed by the choices and never come back to select funds once the rollover cash settles.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 29, 2026
The enduring influence of the tragedy has since overwhelmed other narratives about Medea.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 25, 2026
The GSF is being slowly deployed to assist overwhelmed local police.
From Barron's ● Oct. 23, 2026
There were so many scenarios running through my mind, I was completely overwhelmed by them.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
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