seriously strain

Frequency: 7.010.0 per million words

To put a very large amount of pressure on something.

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  • The ongoing conflict could seriously strain international relations.
  • Years of neglect have seriously strained the country's infrastructure.
  • His constant demands began to seriously strain their friendship.
  • The unexpected expenses will seriously strain our budget this month.
  • If you continue to work without rest, you will seriously strain your health.
  • The new regulations might seriously strain small businesses.
  • Their patience was seriously strained by the repeated delays.
  • Such intense competition can seriously strain a team's unity.
  • The sudden influx of refugees could seriously strain the city's resources.
  • The extended negotiations seriously strained the diplomats' nerves.