Strain

Meaning

pressure or tension; excessive demand on strength or resources

To force something beyond its normal limits; to injure by overexertion; or a type or variety of something.

Example Sentences

Working long hours put a strain on his health.

He strained his back while lifting the heavy box.

Example Expressions

strain every nerve

Synonyms

stress, pressure, tension, effort, injury

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stress, pressure, tension

Entry 2

stress, tension, effort, pressure, injury

Antonyms

ease, relaxation, relief, rest

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ease, relaxation, relief

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ease, relaxation, rest

Collocations

muscle strain, financial strain, mental strain, strain relationship, under strain

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muscle strain, financial strain, mental strain

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muscle strain, mental strain, strain relationship, under strain