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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

strains

/strɛɪnz/ noun, verb · British & US
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What does strains mean?

noun, verb

A strain is a pull or stretch on a material, or a type of music or dance. 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 the game."

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