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narrows



NOUN
strait
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“One of the biggest challenges is that financial stress narrows a person’s focus,” Caro said.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 3, 2026

The road narrows next to the building which the council said meant complete closure was necessary for some of the work.

From BBC • Jun. 3, 2026

According to Fodor, the new work confirms the Standard Model to 11 decimal places and significantly narrows the chances that unknown physics is hiding in this particular measurement.

From Science Daily • May 19, 2026

Joblessness in your 20s reduces lifetime earnings, narrows your prospects, carries mental-health risks and weakens your sense of purpose.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

Ryan looks down at it and up at me, and then past me at Roamer, who narrows his eyes in Finch’s direction.

From "All The Bright Places" by Jennifer Niven




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