straining

Example Sentences

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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

Many countries are net importers and struggling to mitigate the impact of higher prices and shortages of critical inputs with subsidies and stimulus that is straining, in some instances, shaky finances.

From Barron's • May 30, 2026

“The outlook is most challenging for fuel- and food-importing developing economies, where surging import costs risk widening fiscal deficits, straining external balances, and deepening food insecurity,” the body said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 19, 2026

He slowly pushed the bone until it was so close that Olaf’s claw—with Olaf straining so hard his eyes bulged—just barely touched it.

From "Woodsong" by Gary Paulsen