strained

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The India visit also comes against the backdrop of Myanmar's strained - but changing - relations with many Western countries.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

Last year, Hernández played in just one rehab game returning from a strained groin.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

They re-signed utility player Santiago Espinal, whose skill set was no longer redundant when Kiké Hernández returned to the injured list, this time with a strained left oblique.

From Los Angeles Times • May 30, 2026

South Korean President Lee Jae Myung, a former human-rights lawyer, has made it a priority to stabilize Seoul’s strained relations with Beijing.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 28, 2026

Helen and Tillie also make an effort at returning to their meals, forcing down unconvincing mouthfuls of food and making strained conversation about a book the two of them have read.

From "The Brightwood Code" by Monica Hesse