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'strained' in a sentence

Learn how to use 'strained' with 6 example sentences.


strained adjective

: lacking natural ease

: showing signs of mental and emotional tension

: lacking spontaneity; not natural

: struggling for effect


  • They had a strained relationship.
  • His weight strained the rope.
  • The atmosphere can become rather strained.
  • Do you like strained yogurt?
  • He strained his eyes by reading too much.
  • I have a strained back.
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