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as in shrinks
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 compresses
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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Recent Examples of constricts
If Weiler’s construction provides the opportunity to see a series of fine actors at work with delicate tête-à-têtes, the neatness of the structure constricts some of the feeling.
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Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
Jackson McHenry, Vulture, 8 Aug. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constricts
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Young quarterbacks can be inconsistent in the red zone because the field shrinks and timing and accuracy become even more important.—
Cameron Teague Robinson,
New York Times,
15 Sep. 2025
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Her goal with the company is to provide performance opportunities for local professional opera singers who have seen their work dwindle as the industry shrinks.—
Pam Kragen,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
14 Sep. 2025
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This compresses the heart and keeps blood flowing until the heart restarts or professional help arrives.—
New Atlas,
New Atlas,
6 Sep. 2025
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Circana’s Liquid Mix compresses that cycle to minutes, vastly improving how brands can respond to market signals.—
Kiri Masters,
Forbes.com,
3 Sep. 2025
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The water evaporates when near heat sources, then condenses back into a liquid when the heat dissipates into the phone’s surrounding aluminum body.—
Gwendolyn Rak,
IEEE Spectrum,
17 Sep. 2025
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The dew point is the temperature at which water vapor condenses into liquid and generally runs in the low 50s for the region this time of year, according to the weather service.—
Rick Hurd,
Mercury News,
12 Sep. 2025
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This liner then rapidly squeezes a magnetized target, creating the intense heat and pressure needed for fusion to occur, the same process that powers the sun.—
Aman Tripathi,
Interesting Engineering,
18 Sep. 2025
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Keeping tires properly inflated not only extends their life but also squeezes more miles out of every charge—a win for the wallet and the planet.—
Melanie Marshall,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
10 Sep. 2025
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“Constricts.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constricts. Accessed 21 Sep. 2025.
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