overwhelmed

"The fire quickly engulfed the entire forest. "

"The incoming students filled the auditorium for the welcome assembly. "

"Christmas falls in December."

"The dinghy was overwhelmed by the great wave."

"We overpowered the opposing army within a couple of hours."

"The Soviet government policies significantly impacted the lives of people in the Baltic republics. "

"This species of snake will only attack humans if it feels threatened."

"The school's playground had a sturdy metal surround to keep children safe. "

"The yacht's dinghy was used to transport passengers to the nearby beach. "

"The submarine submerged in the water."

"The student spoke emotionally about her disappointment in the test results. "

"The little boy spent the whole afternoon building a magnificent sandcastle on the beach, complete with towers and a moat. "