overexert
Americanverb (used with object)
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I was glad to have my mother as an excuse not to overexert myself.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026
“Take frequent breaks in the shade if possible, don’t overexert yourself by any means.”
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 4, 2024
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
"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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