strain (Meaning)
strain (n)
(physics) deformation of a physical body under the action of applied forces
difficulty that causes worry or emotional tension
a succession of notes forming a distinctive sequence
(psychology) nervousness resulting from mental stress
a special variety of domesticated animals within a species
(biology) a group of organisms within a species that differ in trivial ways from similar groups
injury to a muscle (often caused by overuse); results in swelling and pain
the general meaning or substance of an utterance
an effortful attempt to attain a goal
an intense or violent exertion
the act of singing
strain (v)
to exert much effort or energy
test the limits of
use to the utmost; exert vigorously or to full capacity
separate by passing through a sieve or other straining device to separate out coarser elements
cause to be tense and uneasy or nervous or anxious
become stretched or tense or taut
remove by passing through a filter
rub through a strainer or process in an electric blender
alter the shape of (something) by stress
strain (n.)
A cultural subvariety that is only slightly differentiated.
Synonyms & Antonyms of strain
strain Sentence Examples
- The intense workout put a strain on her muscles, leaving her sore for days.
- The relationship between the two friends was under a strain due to a misunderstanding.
- The old car's brakes began to strain under the weight of the heavy load.
- The financial strain forced them to cut back on unnecessary expenses.
- The strain of carrying the heavy backpack was starting to take its toll on her back.
- The difficult project put a significant strain on the entire team's resources.
- The strain of juggling work, family, and personal life became overwhelming for her.
- The doctor recommended that she reduce the strain on her injured knee by using crutches.
- The monotonous nature of the job was putting a strain on her mental health.
- The constant strain of the loud music caused her to develop a headache.
FAQs About the word strain
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The intense workout put a strain on her muscles, leaving her sore for days.
The relationship between the two friends was under a strain due to a misunderstanding.
The old car's brakes began to strain under the weight of the heavy load.
The financial strain forced them to cut back on unnecessary expenses.
