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constrained

[kuhn-streynd] / kənˈstreɪnd /
ADJECTIVE
forced
Synonyms


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That in turns leads to more constrained, and more volatile, investment returns.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 13, 2026

In fairness to Caine, his position is genuinely constrained.

From Salon • Apr. 11, 2026

“Safe transit capacity is expected to remain constrained to a maximum of 10–15 passages a day if the ceasefire holds,” the ship-tracking service added.

From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026

India's aviation market is poised for significant expansion but remains constrained by a limited number of widebody aircraft, Willie Walsh, the incoming chief executive of IndiGo, told the BBC.

From BBC • Apr. 8, 2026

“Oh, Rita hasn’t written anything at all since the third task,” said Hermione in an oddly constrained voice.

From "Harry Potter And The Goblet Of Fire" by J. K. Rowling




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