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overwork

/ˈoʊvərˌwɜːrk/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does overwork mean?

noun, verb

Excessive work or labor, often to the point of physical or mental exhaustion. To work excessively or to an excessive degree.

Example

"The long hours and lack of vacation time led to overwork among the employees."

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