extremely strained
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To a very high degree.
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- The negotiations became extremely strained after the latest setback.
- Her voice sounded extremely strained as she tried to deliver the bad news.
- Their relationship has been extremely strained ever since the argument.
- The financial situation of the company is extremely strained, requiring immediate action.
- After working 16-hour days, he felt extremely strained and exhausted.
- The atmosphere at the family dinner was extremely strained due to unresolved conflicts.
- He managed a smile, but it looked extremely strained and forced.
- Resources were extremely strained during the crisis, leading to severe shortages.
- Despite their efforts, relations between the two departments remained extremely strained.
- The constant pressure made her nerves extremely strained.