"Strapless" Natural Recordings by Native Speakers
Designated to or without a strap, especially on a bra or椅backpack.
Strangulation refers to the act of obstructing the flow of air or blood to the neck, typically to cause unconsciousness or death. It can be caused by external compression, such as strangling by a rope, wire, or hands, or internal compression, such as by a swelling or a noose. Strangulation can lead to serious medical consequences, including brain damage and cardiac arrest, and is often a component in homicide and suicide cases.
Stranraer is a town in Dumfries and Galloway, southern Scotland. It has a population of around 11,000 people.
A person who deliberately misses or catches a train or other vehicle at the last possible moment before it moves off, typically in order to avoid paying for the fare.
A slogan or catchphrase used by an company, organization, or brand to uniquely identify their brand and products, emphasizing their unique selling proposition or key benefit.
A strip of fabric, leather, or other material used to encircle or support something, typically used for holding or securing something in place.
A straphanger is someone who uses a public transportation system, especially a subway or a bus.
A strapline, also known as a tagline or slogan, is a short phrase or slogan used to advertise or to further emphatic exposure to herald a specific company, product, brand, or idea. It is usually a few words or short phrase that creates an image for the product or service and can be used in advertisements, marketing materials, and even company logos.
Strappado is a form of torture in which a person is suspended by their wrists from a rope or chain attached to a pulley and weight system. The person is then subjected to violent shaking and stretching, causing pain and dislocation of the shoulders and wrists.
Restricted in some way, or restricted in movement, especially by a lack of money or equipment.<br><br>Example: The firefighter was strapped for cash, unwilling to spend it on a new bike.<br><br>Or:<br><br>The pilot was faced with a medical passenger who was strapped to the bed in the aircraft.
Strong and robust; physically fit and healthy. Often used to describe a person, especially a young man, in their 20s or 30s who is physically fit and strong. Can also mean a strip or band of cord or strap.
Straps refer to narrow strips or bands, especially of cloth, leather, or rubber, used to hold or secure something, such as shoes, bags, or devices, in place.
A stratagem is a clever or secretive plan or trick used to achieve a particular end, often by surprising or deceiving someone. It can also refer to a clever or unorthodox method or device used to gain an advantage in a competitive situation.