overtaxed

Example Sentences

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When the overtaxed systems lost pressure, fire hydrants ran dry.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 17, 2025

“Ella McCay” is the title of the new political comedy and Emma Mackey is the name of the actress who plays her, which seems like a hostile act of confusion aimed at overtaxed film critics.

From The Wall Street Journal • Dec. 11, 2025

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

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