overtire

Example Sentences

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Olga wanted to ride, but Nick declared that this would overtire her, adding with a grin that he would occupy the back seat in the dog-cart if Noel had no objection.

From The Keeper of the Door by Dell, Ethel M. (Ethel May)

Now, it is insisted that tuberculous patients must not overtire themselves by taking exercise, though they must be in the open air a large part of the time.

From Makers of Modern Medicine by Walsh, James J. (James Joseph)

I am careful not to overtire the children.

From The Boy's Voice A Book of Practical Information on The Training of Boys' Voices For Church Choirs, &c. by Curwen, John Spencer

And there’s certainly no need for you to overtire yourself, mother.”

From The Jervaise Comedy by Beresford, J. D. (John Davys)

I am so glad I sent the children to help you; do not overtire yourself.'

From Doctor Cupid by Broughton, Rhoda