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		 strainedBrE /streɪnd/NAmE /streɪnd/ adjectiveshowing the effects of worry or pressure 神色不宁的;紧张的;憔悴的 SYN tense ◆Her face looked strained and weary.  她的脸色显得憔悴疲惫。◆He spoke in a low, strained voice.  他焦虑地低声说话。(of a situation 状况) not relaxed or friendly 紧张的;不友好的 SYN tense ◆There was a strained atmosphere throughout the meeting.  会议自始至终气氛紧张。◆Relations between the two families are strained.  两家关系紧张。not natural; produced by a deliberate effort 不自然的;做作的;勉强的 SYN forced ◆She gave a strained laugh.  她不自然地大笑了一声。 |