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as in lineages
the line of ancestors from whom a person is descended
descended from a strain of Irish seafarers
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as in melodies
a rhythmic series of musical tones arranged to give a pleasing effect
the strain of an old Irish ballad rose up from the revelers downstairs
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as in splashes
a very small amount
detected a strain of panic in her voice when she asked if the substance was poisonous
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as in types
a number of persons or things that are grouped together because they have something in common
writes mystery novels of a more sophisticated strain
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as in stresses
the burden on one's emotional or mental well-being created by demands on one's time
the family's constant moving is putting a real strain on the children
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as in pulls
to injure by overuse, misuse, or pressure
in order to lift something heavy, squat down and lift with your legs, or you'll strain your back
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as in filters
to pass through a filter
better strain that coffee thoroughly to get all the grounds out
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as in struggles
to devote serious and sustained effort
the whole department is straining to complete the project before the deadline
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as in drips
to flow forth slowly through small openings
put the cooked fruit in a cheesecloth bag and let the juice strain into a pan
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as in stretches
to subject (a personal quality or faculty) to often excessive stress
strained her memory but the name just wouldn't come to her
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as in hugs
to put one's arms around and press tightly
the woman tenderly strained to her breast the child that she had long ago given up for dead
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Recent Examples of strains
Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Most pandemics have been caused by different strains of the flu.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
In seasons where the flu vaccine matches circulating strains, the flu shot has historically been shown to reduce the risk of going to the doctor by 40% to 60% in seasons, according to the CDC.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Most pandemics have been caused by different strains of the flu.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
Specifically, evidence suggests that there's a lack of healthy bacteria diversity with the Clostridium, Enterococcus, and Lactobacillus strains compared to people who don't have the condition.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
Specifically, evidence suggests that there's a lack of healthy bacteria diversity with the Clostridium, Enterococcus, and Lactobacillus strains compared to people who don't have the condition.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
But the emboldening of more radical strains was not an inevitable outcome.
—Justin Casey, Foreign Affairs, 19 Jan. 2023
But the emboldening of more radical strains was not an inevitable outcome.
—Justin Casey, Foreign Affairs, 19 Jan. 2023
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In seasons where the flu vaccine matches circulating strains, the flu shot has historically been shown to reduce the risk of going to the doctor by 40% to 60% in seasons, according to the CDC.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Most pandemics have been caused by different strains of the flu.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
In seasons where the flu vaccine matches circulating strains, the flu shot has historically been shown to reduce the risk of going to the doctor by 40% to 60% in seasons, according to the CDC.
—Youri Benadjaoud, ABC News, 3 Oct. 2024
Most pandemics have been caused by different strains of the flu.
—Brenda Goodman, CNN, 3 Oct. 2024
Specifically, evidence suggests that there's a lack of healthy bacteria diversity with the Clostridium, Enterococcus, and Lactobacillus strains compared to people who don't have the condition.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
Specifically, evidence suggests that there's a lack of healthy bacteria diversity with the Clostridium, Enterococcus, and Lactobacillus strains compared to people who don't have the condition.
—Cristina Mutchler, Health, 30 Sep. 2024
But the emboldening of more radical strains was not an inevitable outcome.
—Justin Casey, Foreign Affairs, 19 Jan. 2023
But the emboldening of more radical strains was not an inevitable outcome.
—Justin Casey, Foreign Affairs, 19 Jan. 2023
Recent Examples of Synonyms for strains
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Chanel dropped six positions to number eight, but even without a creative director, the house that Coco built pulls weight.Nicole Phelps, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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Standouts include the Space Track Jacket and Pants, influenced by old-school NASA jackets, and the Apollo Jacket, which pulls from G-Star’s archival spacesuits.Alexandra Harrell, Sourcing Journal, 4 Oct. 2024
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While her family struggles financially to keep their takeaway van afloat, a young Vietnamese girl takes up a summer job on a strawberry farm.Dominic Patten, Deadline, 4 Oct. 2024
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The police video shows the officers milling about and talking as Nichols struggles with his injuries.Adrian Sainz, TIME, 4 Oct. 2024
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While his films can be fantastical, Abbasi — making his English-language debut here — strives to uncover deeper truths in his work.EW.com, EW.com, 3 Oct. 2024
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Therefore, Panama strives to draw sustainable economic development with partners that could earn financial returns and environmental rewards.Ken Silverstein, Forbes, 1 Oct. 2024
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Republican who lost big in ’22 tries again Few Senate seats are up for grabs this year.Olivia Olander, Chicago Tribune, 21 Oct. 2024
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Even so, its contract renewal with the NBA comes at a time when the sneaker giant has had to work harder to maintain its critical partnerships, and new CEO Elliott Hill tries to regain market share lost in recent years.Jessica Golden,Gabrielle Fonrouge, CNBC, 21 Oct. 2024
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Thruster now works with Spirit of the Horn, Alpha Lupi and Hoarfrost.Paul Tassi, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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The high-tech serum works overnight to plump, hydrate, and soften aging skin.Lauren Valenti, Vogue, 4 Oct. 2024
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After its massive renovation last year, the iconic hotel gives Wes Anderson vibes and exudes Old Hollywood glamour.Keyla Vasconcellos, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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Executive presence is about cultivating a professional brand that reflects your achievements in a way that exudes confidence.Cara Heilmann, Forbes, 4 Oct. 2024
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“Strains.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/strains. Accessed 21 Nov. 2024.
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