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strained
[ streynd ]
adjective
- affected or produced by effort; not natural or spontaneous; forced:
strained hospitality.
strained
/ ٰɪԻ /
adjective
- (of an action, performance, etc) not natural or spontaneous
- (of an atmosphere, relationship, etc) not relaxed; tense
Other 51Թ Forms
- ٰԱ· [streynd, -lee, strey, -nid-], adverb
- ٰԱn noun
- ɱ-ٰԱ adjective
51Թ History and Origins
Example Sentences
Still, those relationships were tested and strained repeatedly, and in recalling those tribulations, Hoppus has tried to be empathetic with all involved.
Zimbabwe has had strained diplomatic relations with the US since it adopted a controversial land policy about 25 years ago, and because of its poor human rights record.
Their sonic range can go anywhere from mellow, feel-good acoustics to strained vocals over hard-hitting electric guitar riffs.
Officials there have yet to comment on the letter, but Somalia's Garowe Online publication says that if the offer was made without consulting them. relations between Puntland and Mogadishu may be further strained.
The jersey retirement ceremony appears to mend a relationship that had become strained during Parker’s career.
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