be quite overcome

Frequency: 5.86.1 per million words

To be very much affected by an emotion or physical state.

overcomebe overcome + ADVERB

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Examples (10)

  • She was quite overcome by their kindness.
  • He was quite overcome with emotion when he saw his long-lost family.
  • The winner was quite overcome by the unexpected standing ovation.
  • I must admit I was quite overcome by the sheer beauty of the landscape.
  • She felt quite overcome by grief after the sudden loss of her pet.
  • The young actor was quite overcome with nerves just before the performance.
  • They were quite overcome by the intense heat of the afternoon sun.
  • Seeing the devastation, he was quite overcome with a sense of sadness.
  • The bride was quite overcome by the sweet messages from her friends.
  • He appeared quite overcome by the generosity of the local community.