strains

Example Sentences

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In San Diego and San Jose, Calif., affordability strains that preceded the pandemic have let up incrementally.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 24, 2026

A spokesperson for MSD -- known as Merck in North America -- told AFP that independent data on non-Zaire strains such as Bundibugyo is "limited, not from humans and not from evaluation of Ervebo".

From Barron's • May 19, 2026

Eventually, these strains could be enough to depress the economy, especially if interest rates keep rising.

From MarketWatch • May 16, 2026

Though rare, the disease has drawn attention in the U.S. over the decades due to its incredibly high case-fatality rate: up to 50% among the strains that circulate in the Americas.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

I climb down, take out my handkerchief, spread it out, push it under and scoop up the yellow water that strains through into the hollow of my hand.

From "All Quiet on the Western Front: A Novel" by Erich Maria Remarque