Strain

6 lettersverbcommon

Updated February 2026

Definition

To exert force or pressure. To injure through overuse or stress.

“Don't strain your back lifting that heavy box.”

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Contains AI vowel combination, R in middle.

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Worth 6 points, good for using uncommon letters.

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