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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

overwhelms

/ˈoʊvərhwelms/ verb · British & US
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What does overwhelms mean?

verb

to overcome or overpower someone or something, often to the point of being unable to cope or manage.

Example

"The news of the natural disaster overwhelmed the community with a sense of shock and sadness."

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