strained
[streɪnd] adjective
■If a relationship is strained, problems are spoiling that relationship （关系）紧张的，恶化的•Relations between the two countries have become strained (= difficult) recently.最近两国关系变得紧张起来。 ■showing that someone is nervous or worried 紧张的，焦虑的，神色不安的•She was looking strained and had dark circles beneath her eyes.她显得焦虑不安，眼睛下面有黑眼圈。 •Jean felt uncomfortable but managed to force a strained smile.琼觉得不舒服，但仍然勉强挤出一丝笑容。 |