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Vocabulary Entry
constriction
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The act or process of constricting; a narrowing or tightening.
Example Sentences
"The constriction of the blood vessels can lead to increased blood pressure."
"He felt a constriction in his throat as he spoke in front of the audience."
"The constriction of the pipeline caused a delay in the gas supply."
V
verb
To make smaller or narrower; to tighten.
Example Sentences
"The technician will constrict the flow of air to improve efficiency."
"As the rubber band is pulled, it will constrict even more."
"He struggled to breathe as anxiety began to constrict his chest."