straining Definition
- 1the act of making a strenuous or unusually great effort
- 2the act of filtering liquid through a sieve or cloth
Using straining: Examples
Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "straining" can be used in various situations through the following examples!
Example
He was sweating from the straining effort of lifting the heavy box.
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The chef is straining the soup to remove any lumps.
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She strained her voice by singing too loudly.
straining Synonyms and Antonyms
Synonyms for straining
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Summary: straining in Brief
The term 'straining' [ˈstreɪnɪŋ] can refer to either the act of making a strenuous effort or the act of filtering liquid through a sieve or cloth. Examples include 'He was sweating from the straining effort of lifting the heavy box.' and 'The chef is straining the soup to remove any lumps.'
