CONSTRICTED Synonyms: 107 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

as in tightened

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verb

past tense of constrict

as in compressed

to become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter the vessel constricted, thereby reducing the flow of blood

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as in condensed

to reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together constricted the opening with a clamp

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The narrow hallways were constricted with people trying to escape the fire. — Saleh Mwanamilongo, Los Angeles Times, 5 Sep. 2026 This has further constricted trucking activity in and out of the port. — Glenn Taylor, Footwear News, 31 Aug. 2026 After the Philippines attained independence, in 1946, with the country’s economy constricted from more than three centuries of colonization, a diaspora spread around the world. — Albert Samaha, New Yorker, 29 Aug. 2026 With tanker traffic out of the Persian Gulf constricted over the past six months, higher exports from other countries, especially the US, have helped close the gap and keep prices relatively in check. — Tim McDonnell, semafor.com, 20 Aug. 2026 Doctors determined that he was born with symbrachydactyly, which constricted blood flow to the hand and limited the full development of the three fingers and palm. — Edward Lee, Baltimore Sun, 20 July 2026 Not feeling constricted, for one, plus breathability and maybe the ability to slip shoes on without laces. — Kayla Becker, Travel + Leisure, 16 July 2026 But Spain constricted passing lanes, slowed France’s offense and limited its chances all game. — Ashley Mowreader, NBC news, 14 July 2026 Some apartment owners are constricted on rent by the terms of their financing or expectations of stockholders. — Michael Smolens, San Diego Union-Tribune, 12 July 2026

Recent Examples of Synonyms for constricted

Adjective

Daniel West’s adaptation hits the major plot points and select lines of dialogue, but has typically, unavoidably, been streamlined and compressed.

— Robert Lloyd, Los Angeles Times, 6 Sep. 2026
In the more compressed idiom of three-act-movie storytelling, this chapter would represent the end of act two, when all hope appears lost.

— Chris Klimek, Vulture, 2 Sep. 2026

Definition of compressed

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Sales shrank last year after a drop-off in Canadian tourists hammered business at farmers’ markets and fairs, Denniston said.

— Max Zahn, ABC News, 9 Sep. 2026
Studios have shrunk budgets, major production houses have cut staff, and fewer projects are reaching the finish line.

— Justin Birnbaum, HollywoodReporter, 9 Sep. 2026

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Kevin Jairaj / Imagn Images During an early August practice, Hurts was unusually expressive after completing a deep pass down the middle to Elijah Moore in tight coverage.

— Brooks Kubena, New York Times, 8 Sep. 2026
Room for Disagreement Some Democrats were worried less about their individual candidates or the DCCC’s ability to compete, and more about the Democratic National Committee’s ability to help candidates in tight raises.

— Nicholas Wu, semafor.com, 8 Sep. 2026

Definition of tight

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Add in Braxton Berrios, the Giants’ punt returner and backup slot receiver, and that squeezed Slayton out.

— Pat Leonard, New York Daily News, 7 Sep. 2026
Independent designers, once a discovery engine, were being squeezed, while the biggest brands put more investment into their own stores, creating a dichotomy in experiences that Bron felt was palpable.

— Hilary Milnes, Vogue, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of squeezed

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The platform has entered into a deal with BET to develop and distribute microdramas across linear and digital platforms and a pact with National CineMedia to advertise its series in movie theaters.

— Katie Kilkenny, HollywoodReporter, 3 Sep. 2026
More broadly, linear channels in particular, are really feeling the pinch, with budgets and new slots declining.

— Stewart Clarke, Deadline, 3 Sep. 2026

Definition of linear

Adjective

But Albert Sabin and Koprowski were both — separately — trying to develop oral polio vaccines using live attenuated or weakened viruses.

— Helen Branswell, STAT, 2 Mar. 2026
Dust icily exposes how character can evaporate in the crucible of greed, but the plodding pace makes this ethical exercise feel attenuated and flat by the time the climax rolls around.

— Leslie Felperin, HollywoodReporter, 16 Feb. 2026

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