overwhelmed

Example Sentences

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“The sudden sense of optimism that overwhelmed markets on Friday has given way to threats and accusations,” Mizuho’s Robert Yawger says in a note.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 21, 2026

I was relieved to have the possibility of an answer but overwhelmed by what that answer might mean.

From Slate • Apr. 18, 2026

“It’s ready for artists. I walked in and I was overwhelmed with a space that was made for us, and I can’t wait for everything I can do.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

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

She was so overwhelmed with such relief, such joy, she could hardly talk.

From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall