👉 "Straining" is a verb that means to exert great effort or force. It comes from Latin and refers to being physically or mentally exhausted, often due to stress, illness, or other circumstances. This word can be used in different ways depending on context, such as "straining your patience," where you're trying to hold out for something for a long time without giving up, or "straining the neck" when someone is trying to move their head too much, causing discomfort.
