expression, godan verb (-ku)
can handle strain; can take a lot
Used when a person or thing can withstand physical or mental overexertion, inconvenience, or unreasonable demands. Often appears in potential form or with expressions of capability.
彼は若いからまだ無理が利く。
He's young, so he can still handle overexertion.
この機械は古いが、まだ無理が利く
This machine is old, but it can still take a lot of strain.