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overstress

/ˈoʊvərˌstres/ noun · British & US
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What does overstress mean?

noun

A state of excessive stress or pressure; a situation in which someone or something is subjected to too much stress or pressure.

Example

"The constant deadlines and workload led to a state of over-stress, causing her to feel burnt out."

Reviewed by Deb Chak, Editor. AI-assisted content curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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