constrained

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Oil prices rose after Wednesday’s plunge as shipping through the Strait of Hormuz remained largely constrained and Israeli attacks on Lebanon threatened a fragile truce.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

But when market sentiment shifts or volatility rises, investors may find that liquidity is more constrained than expected.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

"These days Hong Kong is their best hope to attract global investors and position themselves as a player not fully constrained by the boundary of the mainland market," she adds.

From BBC • Mar. 29, 2026

That is, Berkshire’s fortress balance sheet and its durable earnings make it more valuable in times of stress or chaos, since it can deploy capital when others are constrained.

From Barron's • Mar. 28, 2026

Ash was conscious of the other people in the marquee looking at her, and she felt constrained and shy.

From "Ash" by Malinda Lo