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The results allowed them to rule out explanations involving strain, material degradation, inhomogeneity, and metallic screening effects.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 3, 2026

But AI agents will strain the system that makes lending possible.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026

It would add around 10,000 more troops to the region, putting further strain on the Navy, which has been under pressure from near-record deployments and supply shortages.

From Salon ● Oct. 1, 2026

We’re given to understand that losing this case might mean the end of the firm, and the whole business puts a strain on their basically very good union.

From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 1, 2026

As Mutti and I took the strain on the rope, we could see Peter had grabbed Karli by the back of his coat and was trying to haul him out.

From "An Elephant in the Garden" by Michael Morpurgo

Rising living costs, low wages, strains on the healthcare system and long-term population decline all feature prominently in campaign debates.

From Barron's ● Oct. 3, 2026

Consumer spending snapped back in August after a brief lull, adding to mounting evidence of an acceleration in the U.S. economy despite a series of strains.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 30, 2026

But at the same time, listeners will hear what sounds like the early strains of “I’m Only Sleeping,” a standout track from “Revolver.”

From Salon ● Sep. 28, 2026

Both have done so willingly, but not obliviously to the financial and other strains that couples have put on them and other guests.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 16, 2026

Then the martial strains of “Anchors Aweigh” blared out, followed by “High Hopes,” sung by Frank Sinatra.

From "October Sky" by Homer Hickam

"Nepal's electricity system, currently strained and heavily dependent on hydropower, could be made more robust through well-planned additions of solar electricity," Germany's development agency GIZ said in a 2024 report.

From Barron's ● Sep. 27, 2026

Even the film’s potentially provocative examination of open marriages falls by the wayside, replaced by an increasingly strained subplot involving Haru contending with Mila’s unexpected arrival.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 25, 2026

The skirmish illustrates how America’s grid is being strained by AI power demand and increasingly common wildfires.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 24, 2026

In a time of strained affordability, people are sharply aware how important gas is for their everyday lives.

From MarketWatch ● Sep. 23, 2026

By their strained faces, I can tell there’s a memory neither will share.

From "Will’s Race for Home" by Jewell Parker Rhodes

Beyond causing bloating, straining, and infrequent bowel movements, it can also interfere with daily life by increasing stress, reducing productivity, and lowering overall quality of life.

From Science Daily ● Oct. 5, 2026

France is also straining to adapt generous health and pension systems as its population ages, driving up costs.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 1, 2026

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 recent years there has been growing public concern about sewage spills and rising bills, as well as decades of under-investment in the sector, with climate change and population growth straining it further.

From BBC ● Sep. 16, 2026

He plunged deeper; behind him, the straining, grunting Fflewddur did his best to avoid dropping his end of the sling.

From "The Black Cauldron" by Lloyd Alexander