burn out

Example Sentences

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“Otherwise, you’ll burn out and abandon it altogether.”

From MarketWatch • Mar. 27, 2026

While the aging populations’ healthcare needs rise, hospitals are looking for ways to deal with persistent worker shortages that can burn out clinicians and delay care.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 5, 2026

These are areas where the level of danger means the local fire service is usually not allowed access and the fire is left to burn out on its own, albeit contained by firebreaks.

From BBC • Aug. 29, 2025

Undoubtedly, the tool is valuable, but it’s also a quick way to burn out.

From Slate • Jun. 20, 2025

“No you won’t; I can tell. But it’s okay. You have a lot going for you. Just don’t burn out again.”

From "It’s Kind of a Funny Story" by Ned Vizzini