strung
word · lemma: string
Definition
The past tense and past participle of 'string', meaning arranged or threaded on a string, or stretched tight (like musical strings).
Usage & Nuances
'Strung' is used with objects that can be threaded (like beads), or refers to musical strings tightened on instruments. Not to be confused with 'strung out' (slang for exhausted or under drug influence). Common collocations: 'strung together', 'strung up', 'tightly strung'.
Example Sentences
She strung the beads into a beautiful necklace.
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The violin was freshly strung before the concert.
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Lights were strung along the street for the festival.
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After hours, he finally strung the fishing line perfectly.
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He felt so strung out after days of no sleep.
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The pearls were carefully strung together to form a bracelet.
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