(of a person's nerves or temper) Showing the effects of strain
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Past tense for to work, burden or tax to an excessive degree
“A rapidly growing population, limited arable land, and dependence on the Nile all continue to overtax resources and stress the economy.”
Past tense for to cause to become physically weaker
Past tense for to cause mental or emotional strain or tension in
Past tense for to treat someone badly, cruelly or unkindly
Past tense for to cross or go over a given limit or level
Past tense for to work arduously in pursuit of an aim or goal
Past tense for to express or describe in exaggerated terms
Past tense for charge too much
Past tense for to emotionally tax or strain
Having (been) worked to the point of fatigue, exhaustion, or great stress
(of a person's nerves or temper) Showing the effects of strain
Under a great deal of strain and worry
Exhausted or in need of rest or sleep
Being burdened with a demand, obligation, responsibility, or physical weight
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