constricted

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They’re reflections of our overall culture, which is coded to navigate around violence and depravity, as well as all the ways freedom of expression is being constricted.

From Salon • May 8, 2026

"Big picture, if your vessels are more constricted and your ability to break down blood clots is lowered, your risk of stroke goes up," said Berry.

From Science Daily • Mar. 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

Barron’s named DexCom a stock pick in July, arguing that it looked ready to recoup its losses after Type 1 sales constricted with a shift to Type 2 population last year.

From Barron's • Dec. 2, 2025

Where the pass was so constricted that rangers had to go single file, Squire Dalbridge would take the lead, scanning the heights as he went, his longbow ever close to hand.

From "A Clash of Kings" by George R.R. Martin