constrict

[kənˈstrɪkt]

constrict Definition

  • 1to make something narrower or tighter, especially by squeezing it
  • 2to limit or restrict something, such as freedom, growth, or development

Using constrict: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "constrict" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The snake constricted its prey until it stopped breathing.

  • Example

    The cold water caused the blood vessels to constrict.

  • Example

    The company's budget cuts have constricted their ability to innovate.

  • Example

    The authoritarian government has constricted the freedom of speech and press.

  • Example

    The narrow road constricted the flow of traffic.

constrict Synonyms and Antonyms

Antonyms for constrict

Phrases with constrict

  • to cause someone to feel emotional pain or discomfort

    Example

    The tragic news constricted her heart with grief.

  • constrict one's throat

    to cause someone to feel tightness or difficulty in swallowing or speaking

    Example

    The anxiety attack constricted his throat, making it hard for him to breathe.

  • constrict blood vessels

    to cause the narrowing of blood vessels, reducing blood flow to certain parts of the body

    Example

    The cold weather constricts blood vessels, leading to decreased circulation.

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Summary: constrict in Brief

The verb 'constrict' [kənˈstrɪkt] means to make something narrower or tighter, or to limit or restrict something. It can refer to physical actions like squeezing or compressing, as well as abstract concepts like freedom or growth. Examples include 'The snake constricted its prey until it stopped breathing.' and 'The company's budget cuts have constricted their ability to innovate.'

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