burnout

Example Sentences

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“Remote work contributes to burnout, since remote workers feel they need to work twice as hard to succeed at work,” Martin added.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 27, 2026

Brivik agreed, citing the “mass exodus” of healthcare workers post-pandemic and noting the need to combat burnout and stigma surrounding mental health services.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 16, 2026

The hope is that it can help people produce better work, while preventing burnout and turnover.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 10, 2026

The Seafarers' Charity cites hypervigilance, burnout, fatigue, loneliness, depression and anxiety as some of the mental strains facing the 20,000 seafarers stranded by Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz since February 28.

From Barron's • May 9, 2026

Soon there will be signs of emotional instability and forgetfulness, the first symptoms of the burnout.

From "Flowers for Algernon" by Daniel Keyes