Another word for overtax

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exhaust
To let out the contents of (a container); cause or allow to escape:
To deal with, study, or develop completely and thoroughly
To use up completely:

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1. To let out the contents of (a container); cause or allow to escape:
2. To deal with, study, or develop completely and thoroughly
3. To use up completely:
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strain
To change the form or size of, by applying external force
To force beyond the proper or reasonable limit:
To exert, use, or tax to the utmost:

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1. To change the form or size of, by applying external force
2. To force beyond the proper or reasonable limit:
3. To exert, use, or tax to the utmost:
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trouble
To cause to be anxious or worried:
To cause pain or discomfort to; afflict
To cause to have emotional or mental problems that interfere with social functioning:

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1. To cause to be anxious or worried:
2. To cause pain or discomfort to; afflict
3. To cause to have emotional or mental problems that interfere with social functioning:
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