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constriction

[kuhn-strik-shuhn] / kənˈstrɪk ʃən /


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Here he exploited the Venturi principle, which shows that the velocity of a fluid or gas increases as it passes through a constriction.

From The Wall Street Journal Jun. 19, 2026

The introduction of Turner somewhat cushions that constriction, but more so by the sights of Ellis-Taylor’s remarkable Hattie.

From Salon Dec. 13, 2024

And that does feel like a bit of a backslide because of the constriction of this industry right now.

From Los Angeles Times Jun. 3, 2024

Yet, the life-threatening feature of asthma is the attack or the constriction of airways, making breathing difficult.

From Science Daily Apr. 4, 2024

Springing to my feet, I willed my breaths to keep coming against the sharp constriction in my throat.

From "Endangered" by Eliot Schrefer




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