overstrain
Example Sentences
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The historian Charles A. Beard said that given the toxic level of public controversies in the early 20th century, he "relaxed the tension of the 'moral overstrain.'"
From New York Times ● Aug. 29, 2012
At 11:45 p.m. the statement was issued that Eden was "suffering from the effects of overstrain," and was canceling all public engagements.
From Time Magazine Archive
Some search patiently for a historical or fantastical work that will not overstrain the censorious mind.
From Time Magazine Archive
He has a responsibility to society not to overstrain its fabric, but he must push it to the limits.
From Time Magazine Archive
Clover warned him sometimes to be careful not to overstrain himself, but Boxer would never listen to her.
From "Animal Farm: A Fairy Story" by George Orwell
