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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

strain

/strɛɪn/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does strain mean?

noun, verb

A strain is a pull or stretch on a material, or a feeling of tiredness or stress. To strain something means to pull or stretch it too far, or to try to hear or see something very carefully.

Example

"The athlete felt a strain in her hamstring after running the marathon."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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