Definition of Strained
Strained
Strained·


Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
Forced or unnatural, often causing tension or difficulty.

e.g. The strained relationship between the two siblings was evident at the family reunion.

(adjective)
uneasy, tense, or awkward, not comfortable or relaxed, often characterized by hostility or potential conflict;

e.g. The atmosphere in the room was strained and intense because none of the people there liked each other.

(adjective)
forced or artificial, requiring particular effort and not occurring naturally;

e.g. She gave a strained laugh but I could tell that she was upset.

(adjective)
twisted or overexerted and therefore injured, describing a muscle or body part;

e.g. I couldn't put much weight on my strained ankle.

(verb)
made a great effort or forced oneself to do something, often involving some difficulty;

e.g. I strained to hear what she was saying because she was speaking very quietly.

(verb)
twisted or overexerted a muscle or body part and thus injured it;

e.g. He is wearing a bandage because he strained his wrist.

(verb)
broadly, pushed or pulled at something and tried to force some outcome, often making severe demands;

e.g. The dog strained at its leash and tried to escape. The disaster strained their resources and forced them to make more careful plans.

(verb)
drained a liquid by pouring it through some device by which solid pieces are removed;

e.g. She strained the juice to remove the pulp.



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