exhaustion

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As always, the final scene cuts to the bone, with Ms. Metcalf’s Linda presiding with emotional exhaustion over Willy’s grave.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

Lynsey described Thea as "cheeky" and "joyful" but said the family live in a fragile state of exhaustion due to the high level of care.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

Last week’s spinning top candle points to possible downside exhaustion following an early March doji, a combination that can precede near-term stabilization.

From Barron's • Mar. 23, 2026

You also spoke of another, often forgotten, aspect of fighting for representation of an elderly person, and attempting to remove bad actors from their life — physical and mental exhaustion.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 19, 2026

Nhamo began to pant with exhaustion and fear.

From "A Girl Named Disaster" by Nancy Farmer