constricts

[US]/kənˈstrɪkts/
[UK]/kənˈstrɪkts/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.compressing or tightening
v.to make smaller or narrower

Phrases & Collocations

constricts blood vessels

constricts airways

constricts muscles

constricts movement

constricts flow

constricts space

constricts time

constricts growth

constricts access

constricts options

Example Sentences

the snake constricts its prey before swallowing it whole.

the tight dress constricts her movement.

fear often constricts our ability to think clearly.

the blood vessel constricts when exposed to cold temperatures.

stress constricts the muscles in your body.

the rubber band constricts when stretched too far.

his anxiety constricts his ability to socialize.

the plant's growth constricts in poor soil conditions.

cold weather constricts the flow of blood.

the tourniquet constricts the blood flow to the injured limb.

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