"Strained" is a word in ENGLISH
of Strain
Done or produced with straining or excessive effort; as,
his wit was strained.
Subjected to great or excessive tension; wrenched;
weakened; as, strained relations between old friends.
All are lunatics, but he who can analyze his delusion is called a philosopher.
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To exert to the utmost; to urge; hence, to strain; to urge to excessive, unnatural, or untimely action; to produce …
Read the complete definitionTo strain one's self to excess.
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Read the complete definitionOverexertion; excessive tension; strain.
Read the complete definitionTo strain; to subject to excessive tests; as, the light tries his eyes; repeated disappointments try one's patience.
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