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overexertion

/ˌoʊvərɛɡˈzɜːrʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does overexertion mean?

noun

The state of being overworked or exhausted, often due to excessive physical or mental effort. Overexertion can lead to physical or mental health problems if not managed properly.

Example

"The athlete suffered from overexertion after pushing himself too hard in the final stretch of the marathon."

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