overexert

[ oh-ver-ig-zurt ]
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verb (used with object)
  1. to exert excessively.

Origin of overexert

1
First recorded in 1840–50; over- + exert

Other words from overexert

  • o·ver·ex·ert·ed·ly, adverb
  • o·ver·ex·er·tion, noun

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How to use overexert in a sentence

  • "You have overexerted yourself this morning," she said, as soon as it seemed safe to speak.

    Man and Wife | Wilkie Collins