straitened

Example Sentences

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It is a very pleasant drive along the banks of the Straitened River, or Detroit, close to the water, and occasionally in it, to refresh the horses.

From Canada and the Canadians, Vol. 2 by Bonnycastle, Richard Henry

Straitened circumstances would not have mattered; a mother would have managed somehow.

From The Ragged Edge by MacGrath, Harold

Straitened circumstances had prevented him from doing anything so far.

From Captain Macedoine's Daughter by McFee, William

Straitened on every side, no aid, no help, Nothing comes in.

From The Dramatic Works of G. E. Lessing Miss Sara Sampson, Philotas, Emilia Galotti, Nathan the Wise by Lessing, Gotthold Ephraim

"Straitened and anxious minds" might not be able to see the purpose always, but all was ordained for one end.

From Human Traits and their Social Significance by Edman, Irwin