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overwork

[oh-ver-wurk]

overwork Definition

  • 1to work too much or too hard
  • 2to use excessively

Using overwork: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "overwork" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    She overworks herself and never takes a break.

  • Example

    The machine was overworked and broke down.

  • Example

    Don't overwork the dough or it will become tough.

overwork Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for overwork

Phrases with overwork

  • to work too much or too hard, often to the point of exhaustion

    Example

    He overworked himself trying to meet the deadline.

  • overwork someone's patience

    to test someone's patience by asking too much of them or making too many demands

    Example

    Her constant complaining is starting to overwork my patience.

  • to repeat a joke too many times, making it no longer funny

    Example

    He kept telling the same joke over and over again, overworking it until it was no longer amusing.

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Summary: overwork in Brief

'Overwork' [oh-ver-wurk] means to work too much or too hard, or to use something excessively. It can refer to physical or mental strain, as in 'She overworks herself and never takes a break.' 'Overwork' can also be used to describe excessive use of an object, such as 'The machine was overworked and broke down.'

How do native speakers use this expression?

Don't

overwork

your

muffin

mixture.