[Phrasal Verb] BURN OUT - Advanced English Expressions: Handling Exhaustion

Lose energy due to overwork.

To "burn out" means to become extremely tired or lose enthusiasm, primarily due to excessive work or stress. It’s applicable in scenarios where relentless commitment to tasks leads to physical or mental collapse. For instance, a doctor working long shifts for weeks might "burn out," feeling overwhelmed and unable to continue in the short term.

Example Sentences

1. I felt burnt out by the end of the marathon.

   burn out means to become physically or emotionally exhausted

2. After working non-stop for weeks, Jane was completely burnt out.

   after nonstop work, Jane became completely exhausted

3. It's easy to burn out if you don't take breaks.

   it's easy to become exhausted without taking breaks