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Strain Definition & Meaning

1. A force or pressure on something that causes it to stretch or bend.

Example: The strain on the bridge caused it to collapse.

2. A type or variety of something.

Example: This tomato strain is resistant to disease.

3. A feeling of stress or tension.

Example: The strain of working two jobs was starting to take a toll on her health.

4. To filter or separate something from a liquid or mixture.

Example: I need to strain the pasta before adding the sauce.

5. To make an effort or exert oneself.

Example: He had to strain to lift the heavy box.

Examples of the word strain used in sentences.

  • Can you please help me lift this heavy box? I don't want to strain my back.
  • My leg muscles are feeling a strain after running for an hour.
  • The tension between the two friends is causing a strain in their relationship.
  • I have a strain in my neck from staring at the computer screen all day.
  • The financial strain of living in a big city is making it hard for me to save money.
  • The sudden increase in workload is putting a strain on my health.
  • The teacher's strict rules put a strain on the relationship between the students and the teacher.
  • The long-distance relationship put a strain on their communication skills.
  • The financial strain caused by the pandemic has affected many families.
  • I strained my back while lifting heavy boxes.
  • The constant strain of studying for exams is starting to make me feel anxious.
  • I can feel a strain in my back muscles after carrying heavy boxes all day.
  • The new virus strain is spreading rapidly across the country, causing concern among health officials.
  • The economic strain of the pandemic has forced many small businesses to close down permanently.
  • The relationship between the two colleagues has been under a strain ever since they had a disagreement.
  • The constant noise from the construction site adds strain to the already stressful work environment.
  • I felt a strain in my back after lifting those heavy boxes.
  • The relationship between the two nations is under strain due to political differences.
  • The pandemic has put a significant strain on healthcare systems worldwide.
  • The company is facing financial strains that may result in job cuts.
  • The athlete pushed himself to the brink of physical strain in order to set a new personal record.
  • The strain on the relationship between the two countries was evident during the tense negotiations.
  • The strain of dealing with the pandemic has taken a toll on our mental health.
  • The economic strain caused by the recession has forced many businesses to close down.
  • The constant strain on my eyes from working on the computer all day has resulted in frequent headaches.
  • The latest outbreak of a new strain of virus caused widespread panic among the population.
  • The farmer had to strain the impurities from the water before it could be used for irrigation.
  • The weightlifter could feel the strain in his muscles as he lifted the heavy barbell.
  • The constant strain of running a successful business had taken a toll on her mental health.
  • The tension and strain in their relationship had reached an irreparable level.
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