straining
Example Sentences
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Now disagreements over Lebanon and negotiations with Tehran are straining the partnership.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 4, 2026
If the strait remains mostly closed, the draining of inventories will likely send prices back up over the next few months, straining the world economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
No, I’m not, I wanted to tell him, my weak smile straining my lips like they might break.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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