overburden

Example Sentences

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It says the overburden mounds were constructed to an approved design in compliance with regulations and had been monitored by a specialist.

From BBC • Dec. 3, 2025

They won’t overburden him the way the Angels have, or the way many other teams would.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 13, 2023

Some countries, however, say more environment laws would overburden industries and risk denting political support for green measures.

From Reuters • May 25, 2023

“Not everybody needs to be treated for flu,” she said, adding that a flood of calls could overburden the health-care system.

From Washington Post • Feb. 24, 2023

“We cannot overburden our pack animals; the Princess Eilonwy and Gurgi will share our own horses.”

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander