overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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More than 70% of consumers in this poll said they had abandoned online shopping baskets within the last three months because they felt bombarded by and overwhelmed with choices.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026

While most of the coding issues may be minor, their sheer volume has amplified the risk that smaller software developers will become overwhelmed with reports of bugs such as the one Mythos found.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 14, 2026

She added: "I just realised I was completely overwhelmed from trying to do both."

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

A medical source who did not wish to be identified told AFP that the hospital was overwhelmed.

From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026

I am overwhelmed with this weird feeling that is sadness, but in a way I’ve never felt before.

From "Finding Junie Kim" by Ellen Oh