overtaxed
Example Sentences
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I think in my testing I overtaxed the battery by relying on the Boost too much.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
But on a few days each year—particularly during heat waves, when people are using air conditioners—the grid gets overtaxed.
From Barron's ● Oct. 17, 2025
Supporters of reducing reliance on imported sources say pumping less water would bring environmental benefits for overtaxed ecosystems.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 10, 2025
Gov. Gavin Newsom has demanded an investigation as to why the hydrants ran dry, which officials say occurred as water supplies were overtaxed.
From Salon ● Jan. 11, 2025
Her voice climbs in pitch, as if she could use it to lend strength to my overtaxed arms.
From "Dread Nation" by Justina Ireland
