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overexert

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[oh-ver-ig-zurt] / ˌoʊ vər ɪgˈzɜrt /

verb (used with object)

  1. to exert excessively.


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Etymology

Origin of overexert

First recorded in 1840–50; over- + exert

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He said they watched the 4-year-old to make sure she didn’t overexert herself.

From Washington Times Sep. 11, 2023

But with Cardiff offering so little in attack, Blackburn did not need to overexert themselves in the closing stages as they held on for a valuable three points.

From BBC Jan. 1, 2023

Don’t overexert animals in hot weather, protect those paws and provide clean, cool water as well as shade and a cool place to rest.

From Seattle Times Jun. 23, 2022

Dr. Begum and her colleagues have seen firsthand how patients who overexert themselves in the early stages of recovery can end up prolonging their symptoms.

From New York Times May 14, 2022

"You'll burn out if you overexert yourself, and you'll end up like Ambrosia."

From "The Belles" by Dhonielle Clayton

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