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Definitions for constrained
kənˈstreɪndcon·strained

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Princeton's WordNet

  1. constrained, forced, strainedadjective

    lacking spontaneity; not natural

    "a constrained smile"; "forced heartiness"; "a strained smile"

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  1. constrained

    Constrained refers to being restricted, limited or controlled in some way. It can apply to tangible situations, like limited resources, or intangible situations, like constrained behavior or choices. It is essentially the state of being held back from complete freedom of action or expression.

Webster Dictionary

  1. Constrained

    of Constrain

  2. Constrainedadjective

    marked by constraint; not free; not voluntary; embarrassed; as, a constrained manner; a constrained tone

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Numerology

  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of constrained in Chaldean Numerology is: 4

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of constrained in Pythagorean Numerology is: 5

Examples of constrained in a Sentence

  1. Alfred Wu:

    The policy tools Xi Jinping can use to support Russia is quite limited now, it’s quite constrained, politically, domestic support for Xi has declined dramatically. His third term does not actually start with a rosy picture.

  2. Alan Barreca:

    People might be constrained to conceiving in certain calendar months because they have time off work.

  3. Elijah Cummings:

    We were trying to integrate an Olympic-size pool near my house, and we had been constrained to a wading pool in the black community.

  4. Fabrice Pothier:

    Trump boxed himself into a corner on Russia, even if he really wanted to do a reset, he just, because of all the actions he took, all the statements he made during the campaign and since he has been elected president, has greatly constrained his room for maneuver with Russia.

  5. Christine Foushee:

    In this constrained budget environment, Excellence provides the best value for the American taxpayer.

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