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Third Person
constricts
Present Participle
constricting
Past Tense
constricted
Past Participle
constricted
1
to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness
- His chest constricts when he experiences high levels of anxiety.
- The blood vessels are constricting in response to the cold weather.
- Over time, the material has constricted due to exposure to extreme temperatures.
- His throat constricts as he tries to hold back tears.
Synonyms:
2
to tighten, squeeze, or narrow down in order to reduce in size
transitive
- The tight bandage constricted the swollen ankle, providing support and reducing inflammation.
- The surgeon constricted the blood vessel with surgical clips to control bleeding during the operation.
- He constricted the opening of the balloon by twisting the neck tightly, preventing the helium from escaping.
- To reduce swelling, the doctor recommended using a compression bandage to constrict the injured ankle.
3
to restrict the things someone can or wants to do
transitive
- The strict rules constricted the students' freedom to express themselves creatively.
- Financial constraints constricted their ability to travel and explore new destinations.
- The oppressive government policies constricted the citizens' rights and freedoms.
- His fear of failure constricted his willingness to take risks.
- The toxic relationship constricted her social life, as her partner became increasingly jealous and controlling.