work overtime

Example Sentences

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“Now, even when I work overtime, all money gets spent,” said Yadav, who has decided to leave his job in Noida and return to his home village.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 22, 2026

At a Kraft-Heinz plant in Michigan, a slew of immigrant workers abruptly had their work visas revoked, forcing their American counterparts to work overtime.

From Slate • Aug. 11, 2025

Accustomed to learning playbooks quickly after hopscotching around the league, Heinicke had to work overtime after joining the Chargers on Aug. 28.

From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 27, 2024

The body must work overtime to provide for the metabolic needs of two.

From Salon • Jun. 3, 2024

“I aim to work overtime tonight to make up for it.”

From "Stella by Starlight" by Sharon M. Draper