Bedtime
You surreptitiously pull your head back a fraction, straining your eyes to make out as much of her face as you can. all that you can tell from this angle is that she is deep in thought.
Everwinter Ch19: Definition of Contrast
They were bigger, the black armor strained against their bodies, their fur was wilder than usual, and the scents were so strong that it burned in his nose.
Fates of the Unicorns 82 - Bloom
He strained to reach the furry other, to claw and bite and protect. his tail thrashed and large wings spread, trying to flap. "yes, yes little one... i know. she is not a threat."
The Wine Maiden Chronicles.
She felt her body growing hot, her breath got even more haggard, she strained to hold it in. but nôrzzug had already won. after what seemed like an eternity, she could no longer withstand the torture.
Tending the dragons heart part 2
A cry was heard from above her as her master gave a yell and slid sideways off her, the bands that held her saddle on snapping under the strain and sending rider and saddle both to the ground and a hard impact.
The Parts that Make Us - Chapter 1
Sara heard motors strain and the tips of his metal claws chipped the concrete. "whoa, careful!" she shielded her eyes as small flecks of concrete shot off into the room. "i apologize." the sound of straining stopped and he lifted his paw again.
Finding Shadow
"shh.... don't strain yourself, you need water. and by the looks of it, you need food as well." i tell him, attempting to sooth him "when was the last time you had anything to drink?"
Ander - Part 6: Subchapter 180
He leaned forward like an animal straining against a leash, growling and snarling, thick scuds of brownish red foam dripping from his lips.
Ander - Part 6: Subchapter 94
The fox said, sounding remarkably cheerful despite the strain showing on his face. "we'll get you to a fire, warm you up right quick, okay?"
Itan's Unfortunate Day 2
I could hear the button between my breasts starting to strain from the sudden increase in pressure against it. thankfully the bra stayed in place due to the shirt holding it against me.
Born This Way: Chapter 11.5
The clasps bumped against my shoulders as i strained and wriggled, turning about and reaching blindly until i caught either end.
true friends
Exclaimed falco, his breath strained. fox was sweating, he felt feverish, yet at the same time the feeling was not completely uncomfortable.