feel strained

Frequency: 7.011.2 per million words

To personally experience worry and tension.

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Examples (10)

  • After a week of intense deadlines, I started to feel very strained.
  • She always feels strained before a big presentation.
  • The constant pressure at work made him feel increasingly strained.
  • If you feel strained, it's important to take a break.
  • They had been arguing all day, and I could tell she felt quite strained.
  • Don't let yourself feel so strained; try to relax.
  • Even with all the preparations, I still feel a little strained about the upcoming exam.
  • Despite the calm exterior, he clearly felt very strained about the situation.
  • Many people feel strained during economic uncertainty.
  • I hope I won't feel too strained by the end of this project.