Meaning Of The Word Strained

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What's The Definition Of Strained?

strained
adjective: If relations between people are strained, those people do not like or trust each other.
adjective: If someone's appearance, voice, or behaviour is strained, they seem worried and nervous.

strained in American English
not natural or relaxed; forced
adjective: affected or produced by effort; not natural or spontaneous; forced

strained in British English
adjective: (of an action, performance, etc) not natural or spontaneous

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