Example Sentences

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The tsunami of the sick, fueled by the highly contagious delta variant, has taxed the state’s health-care system and hospital staffs.

From Washington Post • Sep. 4, 2021

Fires have intensified across the entire West, creating a nearly year-round season that has taxed firefighters.

From Seattle Times • Aug. 20, 2021

The state has put in some new restrictions during a surge in virus cases that has taxed hospitals.

From Washington Times • Nov. 3, 2020

The population explosion has taxed the camp’s resources, leading to crowding and long lines for food, fuel and drinking water.

From New York Times • Mar. 29, 2019

But if we have patience to wait, God will show in the end that it is not in vain He has taxed our life at so high a value.

From The World's Great Sermons, Volume 01 Basil to Calvin by Kleiser, Grenville