overworked

[US]/ˌəʊvəˈwɜːkt/
[UK]/ˌoʊvərˈwɜrkt/

Translation

v.past tense and past participle of overwork; to abuse (words, etc.); to be fatigued or exhausted from labor

Phrases & Collocations

overworked and tired

get overworked

seriously overworked

being overworked

overworked staff

become overworked

extremely overworked

always overworked

feeling overworked

were overworked

Example Sentences

the doctor was overworked and barely had time for lunch.

she felt incredibly overworked after the project deadline.

many nurses are overworked due to staff shortages.

he's become overworked and stressed with the new responsibilities.

the team is overworked and needs some time off.

the overworked employee made several mistakes.

they are constantly overworked in this demanding job.

the overworked staff requested additional support.

being overworked can lead to burnout and health problems.

the lawyer was severely overworked during the trial.

it's important to avoid becoming overworked by setting boundaries.

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