grow strained

Examples (10)

• Their relationship began to grow strained after the argument.
• As the negotiations continued, the atmosphere grew increasingly strained.
• If they don't communicate, their friendship will inevitably grow strained.
• The long hours and pressure caused his nerves to grow strained.
• We noticed that her smile had grown somewhat strained over the past few weeks.
• The political situation in the region is starting to grow quite strained.
• Despite their efforts, the family dynamics continued to grow strained.
• He felt his patience grow strained with each passing minute.
• Without trust, any partnership is bound to grow strained.
• The silence between them had grown so strained that it was almost unbearable.