strained
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Dismissing this argument as "absurd," Gregoire said that he "fully stood by" his approach at a time of strained public finances.
From Barron's ● Oct. 7, 2026
Harry and King Charles have had a strained relationship since the Duke and Duchess of Sussex stepped down as senior working royals and moved to the US.
From BBC ● Sep. 26, 2026
The shift has led to sometimes strained moments.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 25, 2026
Sixteen sets of eyes stared up at her from the rug as children strained to get a look at the tearful raccoon.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 24, 2026
Jack’s legs buckled under him and his arms strained like they never had before as the Mirror pushed down on him harder and harder.
From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley
