Phrases Offering and Refusing Help

I'm swamped at the moment, I'm afraid.

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Meaning

I'm very busy; I can't help.

Example sentences

John: Can you review my report before the meeting?

Alice: I'm sorry, John, I'm swamped at the moment, I'm afraid.

John: Is there any chance you could take a quick look tomorrow?

Alice: I wish I could, but even tomorrow, I'm swamped at the moment, I'm afraid.