constrict

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The team found that this brain region is also linked to nerves that constrict blood vessels, which increases blood pressure.

From Science Daily • Mar. 22, 2026

But as sanctions and law enforcement actions constrict the flow of these components, supply chain bottlenecks will increase their costs.

From Barron's • Mar. 17, 2026

Tina explains the appeal comes from the fact that the "cold exposure causes blood vessels to constrict, which can reduce swelling".

From BBC • Feb. 16, 2026

“If you bring the caps down, you’re going to constrict credit,” Bank of America Chief Executive Brian Moynihan said Wednesday.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jan. 16, 2026

Alex felt his throat constrict at the idea that Bri might never leave the convent, that he might be sending her away from home forever.

From "The Dead and the Gone" by Susan Beth Pfeffer