He is overwhelmed by all of the responsibilities he has on campus.
The demand for housing overwhelmed the market, causing property prices to soar dramatically.
The protesters were stark naked to raise awareness for animal testing, but I did not understand the connection.
The stark reality of marriage was not how I imagined it would be.
The army was a sobering experience for the young man.
It is often sobering to reflect on your goals and your steps to getting there.