already strained

Examples (20)

• The latest trade tariffs have further complicated the already strained relationship between the two nations.
• Their already strained relationship was made worse by this incident.
• News of the company's financial troubles added more pressure to the already strained partnership.
• The company's finances were already strained before the market crash.
• His unexpected arrival only worsened the already strained atmosphere at the family dinner.
• His patience, already strained by a long day, finally snapped.
• The pandemic placed an immense burden on the country's already strained healthcare system.
• The peace talks, already strained, collapsed after the latest aggression.
• She tried to mediate, but their friendship was already strained beyond repair.
• With limited resources, the healthcare system was already strained.
• The new project deadline put a huge amount of stress on our already strained resources.
• Her voice sounded already strained from shouting at the protest.
• Diplomatic talks were difficult, given the already strained communications between the embassies.
• The political climate, already strained, grew even more tense.
• The argument over money was the final straw in their already strained marriage.
• They tried to mend their friendship, but it was already too strained.
• The government is hesitant to impose new taxes on the already strained economy.
• Even before the new regulations, the supply chain was already strained.
• The relationship, already strained by months of suspicion, couldn't survive the latest lie.
• The constant pressure left him feeling already strained and exhausted.