strain
Example Sentences
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Investors have expressed concern that elevated capital spending by major tech companies could strain corporate balance sheets.
From Barron's
Doncic, who missed the Lakers’ last four games of the first half because of a hamstring strain, had five points in the opening game and sat out the second.
From Los Angeles Times
Many parents find themselves facing a system under strain, with provision patchy and families often locked in lengthy legal battles to get support for their children.
From BBC
This, along with China's growing power and assertiveness, strained the relationship with the West, even as the world's reliance on the Chinese economy became clear.
From BBC
The couple said they had always worked to see past any problems and held on to one another when life has put a strain on their relationship.
From BBC
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