burn out
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They can suffer from lower perceived competence, burn out, and ultimately quit or flee to other sports to escape the older sibling’s shadow, which isn’t necessarily a negative course correction.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 2, 2026
Meanwhile, the government in Spain has declared a national emergency as wildfires burn out of control in several areas close to the capital Madrid.
From BBC ● Jul. 24, 2026
Once fireworks burn out, they leave behind more than ash.
From Science Daily ● Jul. 4, 2026
"Many people hold onto the American dream, but given how tough things are getting, you can't be the salmon swimming against the current -- because you get tired, you burn out, it destroys you."
From Barron's ● Jul. 1, 2026
When I look back at the hectic schedule I was leading—teaching, coaching, and training—it is a wonder I didn’t burn out from exhaustion.
From "Proud" by Ibtihaj Muhammad
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