strained
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South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the result could thaw strained ties between Pretoria and Washington.
From Barron's ● Nov. 4, 2026
The petty feuding with Canada that has strained the usually warm relations between Michiganders and their northern neighbor.
From Slate ● Nov. 3, 2026
Press freedom advocates say that under McDonnell, the department’s relationship with the local news media has gotten increasingly strained.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 31, 2026
The fund’s exposures to label maker Multi-Color, struggling automotive company Aston Martin and building products maker Cornerstone Building Brands have further strained its portfolio, the people said.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 30, 2026
Molly thought she saw something almost strained about the way she was smiling.
From "Night Owls" by A.R. Vishny
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