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overwhelm

/ˌəʊvərˈwelm/
Word
Definition

To overwhelm is to exist in such a large amount that someone cannot deal with it.

Example Sentence

The amount of homework her teacher assigned has overwhelmed her.

Source: 4000 Essential English Words - Book 1

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