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Last week, he posted a picture of Harp straining under an oversized pack, while observing that its size did nothing to quell “diaper bag allegations.”

From Salon Sep. 16, 2026

In Vientiane, a power line once used for one household now covers whole apartment blocks with many units, straining old transformers.

From Barron's Sep. 13, 2026

However Werro, straining hard against the clock, could not quite find the finishing pace she needed, clocking 1:53.70.

From BBC Aug. 27, 2026

Investors are concerned that the company’s increasing capital expenditures are straining its balance sheet and potentially pushing its credit rating below investment grade.

From MarketWatch Aug. 11, 2026

I feel the cow straining to push through —harder and faster.

From "Kwame Crashes the Underworld" by Craig Kofi Farmer




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