CONSTRICTED Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

constricted 1 of 2

adjective

as in tightened

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verb

past tense of constrict

as in compressed

to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter the vessel constricted, thereby reducing the flow of blood

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as in condensed

to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together constricted the opening with a clamp

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After the Philippines attained independence, in 1946, with the country’s economy constricted from more than three centuries of colonization, a diaspora spread around the world. — Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026 With tanker traffic out of the Persian Gulf constricted over the past six months, higher exports from other countries, especially the US, have helped close the gap and keep prices relatively in check. — Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Doctors determined that he was born with symbrachydactyly, which constricted blood flow to the hand and limited the full development of the three fingers and palm. — Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 20 July 2026 Not feeling constricted, for one, plus breathability and maybe the ability to slip shoes on without laces. — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026 But Spain constricted passing lanes, slowed France’s offense and limited its chances all game. — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 14 July 2026 Some apartment owners are constricted on rent by the terms of their financing or expectations of stockholders. — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026 The twine constricted in its loop around my shoulder. — Literary Hub, 22 June 2026 No one is constricted to a static office environment. — Mary Holland, Architectural Digest, 16 June 2026

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Due to brass shortages, some knives had to be made with wooden handles, out of compressed leather washers, or bakelite plastic.

— David Szondy August 30, New Atlas, 30 Aug. 2026
The states also warned that implementing the changes on a compressed timeline could disrupt election preparations and risk disenfranchising eligible voters.

— Kaelan Deese, The Washington Examiner, 26 Aug. 2026

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From 2004 to 2013, Chicago’s population shrank by 130,214 people, while unfunded pension obligations rose from $4,305 to $12,889 per resident, a Civic Federation analysis found.

— Adam Drakulic, Chicago Tribune, 23 Aug. 2026
Global demand has also shrunk significantly with rising prices, helping to balance the oil market and get oil to the customers who need it.

— David Goldman, CNN Money, 22 Aug. 2026

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Beresford says the real-life group had to be condensed for the stage, with composite characters like Reggie and Steph standing in for several real activists.

— Naman Ramachandran, Variety, 25 Aug. 2026
What follows is an edited and condensed version of our Front Page Authority conversation.

— Armstrong Williams, Baltimore Sun, 22 Aug. 2026

Definition of condensed

Adjective

Dow stood with three tattooed and shirtless jumpers, weaving white paracord through hooks in the canvas and cinching it tight.

— M. R. O’Connor, New Yorker, 31 Aug. 2026
Given the tight timeframe before the election, Sher is seeking both temporary relief and an interim injunction in the petition to ensure eligible citizens are not disenfranchised while bureaucratic procedures are reviewed.

— Natasha Mozgovaya, Sun Sentinel, 31 Aug. 2026

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Breakfast is at Fritz & Felix, lunch is squeezed into the Wintergarten conservatory, and dinner is either ordered to my room or eaten dressed up in the restaurants.

— Abby Montanez, Robb Report, 23 Aug. 2026
Consumers show signs of strain Recent data indicate that some consumers' budgets are being squeezed.

— Lorie Konish, CNBC, 22 Aug. 2026

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The linear arrangement of bases in the DNA gets directly translated into the linear sequence of amino acids that make up a protein.

— ArsTechnica, ArsTechnica, 26 Aug. 2026
Netflix has separated itself from the rest of the streaming- and linear-television pack in Nason’s and Gasparo’s genre of choice.

— Tony Maglio, HollywoodReporter, 26 Aug. 2026

Definition of linear

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But Albert Sabin and Koprowski were both — separately — trying to develop oral polio vaccines using live attenuated or weakened viruses.

— Helen Branswell, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
Dust icily exposes how character can evaporate in the crucible of greed, but the plodding pace makes this ethical exercise feel attenuated and flat by the time the climax rolls around.

— Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 16 Feb. 2026

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