strain
Example Sentences
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The specific strain of meningitis has not yet been identified.
From BBC
The war is also straining Russia's much larger economy, however its military effort is worth 5.1% of GDP.
From BBC
Bilodeau’s injury was a minor knee sprain suffered in the win over Michigan State on Friday, while Dent suffered a minor calf strain early in the game against the Boilermakers.
From Los Angeles Times
Meanwhile, panic is starting to seep into Wall Street, with technical indicators showing strain on the market, raising new fears of inflation — and potentially a recession.
From MarketWatch
Meanwhile, panic is starting to seep into Wall Street, with technical indicators showing strain on the market, raising new fears of inflation — and potentially a recession.
From MarketWatch
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