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strained

[streynd] / streɪnd /
ADJECTIVE
forced, pretended
Synonyms
STRONGEST
constrained labored stiff tense tight uneasy
STRONG
choked embarrassed put wired wreck
WEAK
artificial at end of rope awkward difficult false farfetched hard put in a state nervous wreck self-conscious strung-out taut uncomfortable unglued unnatural unrelaxed uptight
Antonyms
STRONGEST
calm comfortable easy easygoing laid-back loose relaxed slack
WEAK
genuine unforced

Example Sentences

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Today, the company is attempting to rebuild as an artificial-intelligence-driven infrastructure platform, though it remains strained by the loss of Webull, a client that accounted for 74% of the company’s crypto revenue in 2024.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

The reference is a bit strained because Ernie was extremely bright.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 12, 2026

The foreclosure ruined her retirement plans, Acevedo said, adding that the challenges strained her marriage and eventually led to divorce.

From Salon • Apr. 12, 2026

Led by Gen Abdourahmane Tiani, Niger's relationship with Benin is particularly strained.

From BBC • Apr. 9, 2026

His voice was even and steady but a little strained.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste