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力む (りきむ) — to strain (oneself) · Nihongo Circle

力む

りきむ

godan verbtransitive 他動詞intransitive 自動詞

Meanings

1to strain (oneself)
2to bear down
3to exert oneself
4to put on a bold front
5to make a show of strength
6to swagger

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Kanji in this word

力Power, Strength, Strong2 strokes

Full entry on Jisho