overworked

Example Sentences

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These unnecessary preventative measures aren’t just a nuisance for the consumer; they’re a hassle for the overworked, underpaid employee who spends their shift telling customers, “No, we don’t have more of that in the back.”

From Salon • May 22, 2026

Across the United States, major airports have been inundated by flight disruptions, security lines spilling out of terminals, air traffic control outages, and overworked and understaffed employees struggling to keep it all running.

From Slate • Mar. 24, 2026

If you’re overworked, burned out or underpaid in an industry that has experienced a slowdown in hiring, you’ll likely be part of the latter group.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 9, 2026

A growing number of overworked travelers are seeking rejuvenation in retreats and tours that focus on connection and creativity: blockprinting in Finland or India, sewing in England, embroidery in Italy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 4, 2026

It was run solely by the Trepids, with the help of their overworked assistant, Morgan, who referred to herself as Chief Gopher.

From "Ruby Holler" by Sharon Creech