Example Sentences

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Today, he strains to explain his decision to enlist.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 6, 2026

Unlike conventional vaccines that target specific virus strains, this vaccine was designed to protect against multiple members of the Sarbeco coronavirus family.

From Science Daily • Jun. 5, 2026

Second, they cause particular strains to small businesses — enabling large companies to further expand their power in an industry.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

He could miss around six to eight weeks, but recovery timelines for oblique strains vary, depending on how long it takes the player to become symptom-free.

From Los Angeles Times • May 28, 2026

Some strains produced only smooth seeds, while others produced only angular, wrinkled seeds.

From "The Gene" by Siddhartha Mukherjee