narrowing

a continuant consonant produced by breath moving against a narrowing of the vocal tract.

Long-standing oesophagitis may be complicated by the formation of scar tissue that contracts and results in a narrowing (stricture) in the affected part of the oesophagus.

14 cases were transglottic carcinoma showing extension of mass across ventriculus larynges, narrowing cavity anterior to throat, and damaging cricoid cartilage and spooncartilage.

The narrowing road led us deep into the forest.

The narrowing gap between the two teams made the competition intense.

Her narrowing focus on her career caused strain in her personal relationships.

The narrowing options left him feeling trapped.

The narrowing river made it difficult for the boat to pass through.

The narrowing deadline forced them to work overtime.

The narrowing path through the mountains was treacherous.

His narrowing vision prevented him from seeing the bigger picture.

The narrowing gap in their communication led to misunderstandings.

She felt the narrowing walls of the room closing in on her.