overexert
Americanverb (used with object)
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Origin of overexert
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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
And while they’d still like to finish the season strong, they don’t need to overexert themselves anymore.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 31, 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
“Nothing to worry about, I mended it at once, but I’m keeping you in overnight. You shouldn’t overexert yourself for a few hours.”
From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling
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