Collocations with "strain"

a strain of an organism, such as a bacterium or virus, that possesses a mutation

a particular type of the flu virus

Denotes a specific genetic variant or subtype of a bacterium.

a particular type or variety of the flu virus

an injury to a muscle in the thigh caused by overstretching

To manage a force tending to pull or stretch something to an extreme or damaging degree.

a specific type of microorganism that is not affected by drugs

a specific genetic variant or subtype of a virus

A specific genetic variant of the influenza virus.

To damage a ligament by stretching it too much.

To remove the water from spaghetti after cooking, often using a colander.

Refers to a particular type of bacteria or virus that is extremely severe and harmful.

A level of tension or pressure on something that is excessive and potentially damaging.

A genetic variant or subtype of a microorganism or virus used in a laboratory.

To remove solid parts from a liquid by passing it through a device like a sieve.

to be affected by severe pressure on one's physical or mental resources.

To stretch your neck in a way that might cause injury or discomfort, often to see something.

To pour juice through a sieve to remove pulp or seeds.

to put someone's patience under severe pressure

to make something difficult to believe