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How we define the word "strained" in this sentence, "I srtained to look at the clock on the table".
Aug 8, 2012 1:24 AM
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Strain here means to exercise more effort in order to see the clock. The person straining their eyes is probably squinting or not wearing their contacts/glasses.
August 8, 2012
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strain = force the muscles
In this case she forced her eye muscles. She probably squinted.
August 8, 2012
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