claustrophobic

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claus·tro·pho·bic | \ ˌklȯ-strə-ˈfō-bik

Definition of claustrophobic

1 : affected with or inclined to claustrophobia

2 : inducing or suggesting claustrophobia

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The theater can be a little claustrophobic when it's full. She doesn't go in elevators because she is claustrophobic.

Recent Examples on the Web For example, adding a basic round mirror in a small bathroom could create the illusion of a large space, but a chunky frame might make the room feel claustrophobic. — Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 May 2022 Though, at times, the season felt a bit claustrophobic without the cheftestants being able to interact with the world around them, some extremely talented chefs emerged from the pack. — Jeremy Repanich, Robb Report, 10 Mar. 2022 The results elicit a sensation of time collapsing with claustrophobic intimacy. — Washington Post, 11 May 2022 Mix them with the claustrophobic panic of BioShock. — Kyle Orland, Ars Technica, 29 Apr. 2022 Sennott, who played Danielle in Emma Seligman’s deftly claustrophobic Shiva Baby, stands out with her precise comedic timing and chilling dramatic swerves. — Lovia Gyarkye, The Hollywood Reporter, 15 Mar. 2022 In evocative prose, Mishra leads his reader into the claustrophobic inner environs of the desperately wanting. — Rafia Zakaria, The New Republic, 5 May 2022 It’s a dank, claustrophobic space, permanently cold, with narrow windows and a low ceiling. — Longreads, 20 Apr. 2022 Murphey was claustrophobic and was prescribed Versed for her anxiety, according to testimony. — CBS News, 30 Mar. 2022 See More

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15 Jun 2022

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“Claustrophobic.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/claustrophobic. Accessed 27 Jun. 2022.

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