straining
Example Sentences
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Big Tech companies, including Alphabet, plan to spend $750 billion on artificial intelligence data centers in 2026, straining cash flows.
From Barron's • Jun. 2, 2026
If the strait remains mostly closed, the draining of inventories will likely send prices back up over the next few months, straining the world economy.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 2, 2026
The government has started austerity programs to reduce energy use and rushed out subsidies to cushion the impact, straining its fiscal health.
From Barron's • May 30, 2026
Americans straining to pay off their debt have flooded credit-counseling agencies.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 29, 2026
Cluny stood in the center of the room, his one eye straining to catch sight of Matthias in the belfry.
From "Redwall" by Brian Jacques
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