under stress
Example Sentences
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It is hoped it will "ease pressure on the River Gade which, like chalk streams nationally, has been put under stress by modern farming practices," the spokesperson added.
From BBC ● Sep. 29, 2026
The document laid out a series of parameters that needed to be met for an area to be defined as under stress, such as the ratio between house prices and incomes there.
From Barron's ● Sep. 9, 2026
Researchers say the particles may stimulate excessive production of reactive oxygen species, which are harmful molecules that can place cells under stress.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 6, 2026
The latest round of exchanges adds pressure to a preliminary peace deal already under stress.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jun. 28, 2026
It would be no wonder if under stress of some sudden and strong temptation, they should fall into scandalous sin and disgrace themselves and the cause they represent.
From Steve P. Holcombe, the Converted Gambler His Life and Work by Rev. Gross Alexander
