overwork
verb (used with object)
to cause to work too hard, too much, or too long; weary or exhaust with work (often used reflexively).
has been overworking
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present perfect progressiveof overwork (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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You surely know that mamma has been overworking, and yet she does not wish to waste the whole summer.
From Amy in Acadia A Story for Girls by Helen Leah Reed
"My little girl has been overworking," he said.
From The Spinner's Book of Fiction by Various
He has been overworking himself for years," Mrs. Bevan said to Marcus, with tears in her eyes; "but he would never spare himself, and now Dr. Randolph says that this utter breakdown is the result.
From Doctor Luttrell's First Patient by Rosa Nouchette Carey
He has been overworking, I fear, and seems to be a nervous wreck.
From Torchy by George Brehm
He says that Rob has been overworking fearfully, and is in danger of breaking down.
From Dolly's College Experiences by Mabel Cronise Jones
