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strain

[streyn] / streɪn /










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New findings suggest that the arrangement is under growing strain.

From Science Daily • Jun. 1, 2026

Manufacturers reported the sharpest increase in input costs since May 2022, highlighting the growing strain from higher energy and commodity prices.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 1, 2026

No vaccine or approved treatment is available against the Bundibugyo strain of the virus and efforts to contain its spread rely mainly on preventative measures.

From Barron's • May 31, 2026

There is no cure or vaccine for this specific strain of Ebola, the Bundibugyo virus.

From Salon • May 30, 2026

My head ached from the strain of reading English.

From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros




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