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Definitions for constricting
con·strict·ing
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Princeton's WordNet
constricting, constrictive, narrowingadjective
(of circumstances) tending to constrict freedom
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constricting
Constricting refers to the act of making something narrower by squeezing or compressing, or becoming narrower or tighter itself. It can also mean limiting or restricting something. This term can apply to physical objects, such as a snake constricting its prey, or abstract concepts, such as constricting someone's freedom.
Webster Dictionary
Constricting
of Constrict
Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of constricting in Chaldean Numerology is: 5
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of constricting in Pythagorean Numerology is: 7
Examples of constricting in a Sentence
Certainly it is a world of scarcity. But the scarcity is not confined to iron ore and available land. The most constricting scarcities are those of character and personality.
Find breathable, lightweight fabrics that are easy to wear. Dresses and jumpsuits are always an easy item to throw on, while not being too constricting during the warmer months of summer.
If there is anything more dangerous to the life of the mind than having no independent commitment to ideas, it is having an excess of commitment to some special and constricting idea.
It works by constricting blood vessels, which reduces blood flow to your eyes so they look less red.
Real Housewife it was way more constricting — it was like directing traffic.
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