burnt

Example Sentences

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Actress Rose Byrne gives a visceral portrayal of a burnt out mother who feels alone in her struggle to meet the needs of her daughter and hold up the scaffolding of family life.

From BBC • Mar. 13, 2026

Since you don’t mention that you’re burnt out, I assume that you enjoy your work.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 13, 2026

The house was severely damaged, partially burnt and its roof destroyed.

From Barron's • Mar. 11, 2026

Researchers also found broken grain grinding stones and burnt seeds covering the burial.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

I said the word “teammates” as if it tasted like burnt cookies and sour milk.

From "From the Desk of Zoe Washington" by Janae Marks