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strong

Pronunciation: [/stɹɒŋ/]

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strong: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use strong in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “physical strength”

(adjective) having a lot of power or force in your body. When you are strong, you can easily lift heavy things or play sports without getting tired quickly.

Example

He is a strong athlete and can lift heavy weights effortlessly.

Example

She felt weak after being sick and couldn't lift the boxes.

Example

How strong is the strongest person you know?

Context: “intense or powerful”

(adjective) showing strong emotions or beliefs. When you are strong in your opinions, you feel them deeply and may be passionate about them.

Example

She had a strong desire to help others and volunteered all her free time.

Example

He didn't have a strong reaction to the movie; it just didn't interest him.

Example

What makes your best friend's personality strong?

Context: “reliable or effective”

(adjective) something that doesn't easily break or fail, or works well. A strong relationship is one where both people trust each other and support one another.

Example

Their friendship is strong because they always have each other's backs.

Example

The old bridge wasn't strong enough to support heavy trucks.

Example

How can you make your friendship stronger?

How to pronounce strong

Pronunciation: [/stɹɒŋ/]

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