straining
Example Sentences
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A few people pulled muscles while straining to label him a “lion of the Senate.”
From Salon ● Jul. 14, 2026
A brutal heatwave hit peak temperatures across the eastern United States on Friday, straining power grids, threatening World Cup matches and playing havoc with celebrations for America's 250th independence anniversary.
From Barron's ● Jul. 3, 2026
Also straining the budget have been the expiration of COVID-relief funds, inflation surpassing state funding increases and steadily declining enrollment.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jun. 24, 2026
After the formal photo, Burnham got out his phone and took a selfie with the throng, straining to fit them all into one shot.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
I stepped forward, straining to see more clearly.
From "Bye Forever, I Guess" by Jodi Meadows
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