100 Examples of sentences containing the verb "strain"

Definition

Strain (verb) refers to the act of exerting force on something, causing it to stretch or become tense, often leading to a change in shape or condition. It can also mean to make an effort or exert oneself physically or mentally.

Synonyms

• Stress
• Tension
• Pressure
• Burden
• Distort
• Overexert
• Tax
• Wrench

Antonyms

• Relax
• Repose
• Ease
• Unwind
• Release
• Soothe
• Calm
• Alleviate

Examples

1. She had to strain to lift the heavy box.
2. He could feel his muscles strain as he pulled the rope.
3. The athlete began to strain against the weights.
4. They had to strain their ears to hear the faint music.
5. I will strain every muscle in my body to finish this race.
6. The intense workout made him strain his back.
7. Please strain the pasta before serving it.
8. She had to strain to understand the complicated instructions.
9. The team had to strain their resources to meet the deadline.
10. He felt a strain in his shoulder after working all day.
11. Don't strain yourself too much during the exercise.
12. The teacher asked the students to strain their imagination for the project.
13. You need to strain the yogurt to make it thicker.
14. The dog began to strain against its leash to chase the squirrel.
15. They will strain their relationship if they keep arguing.
16. She had to strain her voice to be heard over the crowd.
17. The engine started to strain under heavy load.
18. He tried to strain out the noise from the busy street.
19. She could feel her patience strain as the meeting dragged on.
20. The climber began to strain as the altitude increased.
21. He had to strain the fish through a net.
22. The doctor warned him not to strain his heart.
23. She will strain to finish her thesis on time.
24. The recipe calls for you to strain the sauce before serving.
25. He felt the strain of his responsibilities weighing on him.
26. They had to strain their focus to complete the task.
27. The musician had to strain to reach the high notes.
28. It’s important not to strain your eyes while reading.
29. He will strain to lift the heavy weights at the gym.
30. She tried to strain the details from her memory.
31. The horse began to strain against the bit.
32. She asked him to strain the juice to remove the pulp.
33. He could sense the strain of tension in the room.
34. Don’t strain your neck by looking up for too long.
35. The car began to strain as it climbed the steep hill.
36. They had to strain their voices to be heard over the music.
37. She felt the strain of the long hours at work.
38. He needed to strain his thoughts to come up with a solution.
39. The teacher had to strain to keep the students engaged.
40. She decided to strain the stock to remove any impurities.
41. He began to strain under the pressure of his exams.
42. They had to strain their friendship to resolve the conflict.
43. The athlete felt a strain in his knee after the game.
44. She will strain the mixture to make it smooth.
45. He had to strain his imagination to come up with a story.
46. The fabric began to strain at the seams.
47. She could feel the strain of the workload increasing.
48. He had to strain to hear the quiet voice in the back.
49. The gardener had to strain the weeds from the flowers.
50. The tightrope walker had to strain for balance.
51. She felt the strain of her emotions after the breakup.
52. The coach told the players not to strain themselves before the big game.
53. He would strain to recall the events of that night.
54. She had to strain the water from the vegetables.
55. The team had to strain every effort to win the championship.
56. He could feel the strain in his wrist after hours of typing.
57. The teacher encouraged students to strain their thoughts for creativity.
58. She had to strain to hear the whispers in the library.
59. The detective had to strain to put together the clues.
60. He felt the strain of his responsibilities overwhelming him.
61. The engineer had to strain the materials for the construction.
62. She had to strain her focus to complete the difficult puzzle.
63. The athlete pushed himself to strain for the gold medal.
64. The chef instructed him to strain the sauce for a better texture.
65. He was warned not to strain his back while lifting.
66. The singer had to strain to reach the final note.
67. She felt the strain of the long hike on her legs.
68. They needed to strain the information for accuracy.
69. The musician had to strain to keep up with the tempo.
70. He had to strain to see the small print on the page.
71. The dog began to strain at the sight of the squirrel.
72. She had to strain her patience during the long wait.
73. The fabric will strain if you pull it too hard.
74. He had to strain the mixture to remove the lumps.
75. The artist had to strain for inspiration.
76. She felt the strain of the workload affecting her health.
77. The climber had to strain for every inch of progress.
78. He had to strain to remember the last time he was happy.
79. She asked him to strain the tea before serving.
80. The athlete felt a sharp strain in his leg.
81. The students had to strain their minds for the difficult exam.
82. He had to strain to hear the conversation from the next room.
83. The machine began to strain under the excessive load.
84. The teacher reminded them not to strain their thoughts unnecessarily.
85. She had to strain the water from the pasta.
86. He felt the strain of his emotions during the tough times.
87. The artist had to strain to capture the perfect image.
88. She could strain her ears to listen to the soft music.
89. The puppy began to strain against its collar.
90. He had to strain his voice to call out over the noise.
91. She could feel the strain of the long journey in her legs.
92. They had to strain their arguments to make a point.
93. The athlete had to strain to finish the marathon.
94. He will strain the liquid through a fine mesh.
95. The pressure began to strain their friendship.
96. She had to strain her eyes to read the fine print.
97. He needed to strain his efforts to complete the project.
98. The fabric began to strain as it was pulled tightly.
99. She had to strain her attention to follow the lecture.
100. The team will strain to achieve their goals this season.