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to overwhelm
01
to overpower someone or something emotionally or mentally, leaving them unable to respond effectively
Examples
The news of her promotion overwhelmed her with joy.
The students were overwhelmed by the complexity of the assignment.
02
to burden someone with more work, responsibilities, or demands than they can manage
Examples
The manager overwhelmed her team with tasks.
He was overwhelmed by requests from clients.
03
to defeat or overpower by superior physical or strategic force
Examples
The army overwhelmed the enemy troops.
Floodwaters overwhelms the levee.
04
to completely cover or submerge something so that it becomes hard to perceive or manage
Examples
Rising floodwaters can overwhelm the streets.
The room was overwhelmed by smoke.
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