Synonyms for strain

Some common synonyms of strain are: strain [v. a.] 1. Stretch, draw tightly, make tense, make tight, tighten. 2. Wrench, sprain, injure by stretching. 3. Exert (to the utmost), put to the utmost strength. 4. Pervert (from the true intent), push too far. 5. Squeeze, press, embrace, hug, fold tightly in the arms. 6. Force, con~, compel. 7. Filter, purify (by filtration), filtrate, percolate. 8. Fatigue, over-exert, tire, over-task, over-work.