look strained

Examples (10)

• She looked rather strained and miserable.
• His face looked visibly strained after the argument.
• The constant pressure made her look quite strained and tired.
• He tried to force a smile, but it looked incredibly strained.
• Her expression looked strained as she recounted the difficult experience.
• Why do you look so strained today? Did something happen?
• Under the harsh interrogation, the suspect's composure broke, and he looked utterly strained.
• Despite the good news, her eyes still looked a little strained.
• The artist's efforts to finish the sculpture on time made him look physically strained.
• From the way she walked, her whole body looked strained with anxiety.