constricted
Example Sentences
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Scarring, or fibrosis, leaves the usually stretchy organ tight and constricted, meaning it is less able to fill with and hold urine.
From BBC ● Jun. 4, 2026
Physical capacity across the world is constricted by a variety of chokepoints, some natural like Hormuz, some man-made like tariffs.
From MarketWatch ● May 15, 2026
It has also constricted supplies of some products such as jet fuel.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 28, 2026
Formally known as CM2502, Porkchop got her nickname when she chowed down shortly after losing her front right flipper, which was severely constricted by fishing line.
From Los Angeles Times ● Feb. 27, 2026
His throat felt tiny, constricted, but he wouldn’t let this stop him.
From "Anger Is a Gift" by Mark Oshiro
