strain
Example Sentences
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The team learned earlier this week that Luka Doncic has a Grade 2 left hamstring strain and will be out for the remainder of the regular season — and perhaps beyond.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 4, 2026
Ties that date back centuries are under heavy strain from Iran’s bombardments during the war.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 4, 2026
Video calls, streaming, virtual reality, and connected devices all rely on networks that are already under heavy strain.
From Science Daily • Apr. 2, 2026
But the war with Iran is already putting India's $6bn bottled water industry under strain as manufacturers struggle to access crucial raw materials.
From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026
I looked over at her and asked, “Mama, do you want to come?” thinking she might ease the strain of our togetherness.
From "Ida B" by Katherine Hannigan
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
