The Strained

The cruel saw blade axe wielding antagonist of Crossed Boundaries, despite being only seen through the original and the sequel, he is a definite fan-favorite to a majority of viewers. The character is portrayed by the co-author and modeler Jake Merritt; who is also the lead singer and song artist of Isolated Ataraxia.

“...quiet pathetic. The clippings shown multiple black and white pictures of the painted mural. He had gave himself his own name. The Strained.”

Straining

Cleaning up. Hip hop style.

I was straining the hood.

straining viper

when somebody pops a giant boner while lifting weights

michael you got a straining viper right now

Don't strain any muscles

The response to someone who came up with an idea that requires very little thought.

"I just got this wicked idea to mix vodka with coke! I call it... the vodka-coke!"
"Wow bro, don't strain any muscles"

kapahi strain

Referring to being born or primarily raised in the Kapahi district or area, on the east side of the island of Kaua’i, Hawaii. Although the specific parameters are often in dispute, the general geographic boundaries are anywhere above (mauka of ) Menehune store. Less common but sometimes acceptable borders are Kapa’a High school and upper parts of Ka’apuni rd. Humans that reside in this area are considered as ‘Rooted’, “Kapahi Roots” or “Kapahi Strain”.

“Brah, where you from?”
“ I’m Kapahi strain from hanabuttah days cuz, like scrap?”

Phantom Strain

Causes occasional pain and general weakness. A muscle strain that is regarded by doctors as insignificant, but affects you pretty severely. Usually persists for months, indefinitely, or is chronic.

I have a phantom strain in my right pec. I used to be able to bench 20 pounds more, but Doctors keep telling me nothing is wrong and that I'm fine.

Strainful

/streɪnfʊl,ˈstreɪnf(ə)l/

A sensation of discomfort - rather than pain - felt in the muscles when making a great effort.

"I didn't hurt myself in that yoga class but some of the positions were strainful"