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Synonyms

overexert

American  
[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

Example Sentences

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They’re now careful not to overexert clients or to quickly switch up exercises from sitting to standing positions because high doses of GLP-1 drugs can cause dizziness.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 13, 2025

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

“I feel like that’s something that will always be left over,” said Hundley, who warns friends with COVID-19 not to overexert.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 29, 2022

We walked slowly, making sure Ayanna didn’t overexert herself.

From "Tristan Strong Punches a Hole in the Sky" by Kwame Mbalia

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