1.   In the event the idea was allowed to drop because the Emperor realized it would strain relations with Britain.

2.   The incident has strained relations between the two countries.

3.   Relations became strained following the mutual expulsion of diplomats in March and April.

4.   Relations were further strained by the willingness of some to defend alliances with the FN, despite criticism from colleagues.

5.   Although the different groups co-operate with one another to varying degrees, relations are often strained by rivalry and feuding.

6.   The Intifada has been eclipsed by the crisis in the Gulf and the Palestinian support for the Iraqi President have strained relations with western countries.

7.   Analysts are not expecting a strike, but GM is most at risk because it has strained relations with the union.

8.   And revelations of drug-trafficking ties and corrupt acts by high-ranking PRI officials in recent years have disgusted Mexicans and strained relations with United States.

9.   And their associates say their competition has sometimes strained relations between them.

10.   And these jobs strain family relations.