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as in confined
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as in constricted
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as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
having to constantly entertain guests at the summer cottage was really cramping my writing efforts
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Recent Examples of cramped
Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Oversized furniture and excess decor make living rooms feel cramped and uncomfortable.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Water is a constant threat The men became trapped during an expedition to find gold within the cramped and muddy underground caverns.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The trial kicked off April 8 in a cramped second-story courtroom in Burbank.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Thirty minutes before the start of the Gaston County Schools board meeting, attendees already spilled out of the boardroom and into the cramped hallway.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
An intense paint color can also make an often small space, such as a bathroom, feel even more cramped and humid.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
The dynamic keeps the film from ever feeling too cramped or quiet, and the characters from ever being held at too far a remove.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Otherwise, the room feels visually cramped and functionally awkward.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
Just be aware that the Miata’s cabin will feel cramped for tall drivers.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
At a little under 90 minutes, the film also feels cramped.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
Failing to Declutter First Trying to overhaul your current storage system while the garage is cramped with clutter (which also minimizes the value of your home) is unproductive.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
Baresi had cramped up in the latter stages, but still led by example.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The cells were frequently cramped, dark, unventilated, and damp.
—Amer Matar, The Dial, 26 May 2026
This has really cramped Amerisafe’s special distribution.
—Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Adjective
The rounded design and open shelving of this solid wood side table give it a lighter silhouette, which can help a small space feel less cramped.
—Yelena Moroz Alpert, Architectural Digest, 12 June 2026
Oversized furniture and excess decor make living rooms feel cramped and uncomfortable.
—Ashlyn Needham, The Spruce, 4 June 2026
Water is a constant threat The men became trapped during an expedition to find gold within the cramped and muddy underground caverns.
—Kocha Olarn, CNN Money, 1 June 2026
My cargo capri pants have a flexible waistband for easy sitting in cramped plane seats, while my breezy jumpsuit is a one-and-done casual outfit.
—Sian Babish, PEOPLE, 29 May 2026
The trial kicked off April 8 in a cramped second-story courtroom in Burbank.
—Los Angeles Times, 7 May 2026
Thirty minutes before the start of the Gaston County Schools board meeting, attendees already spilled out of the boardroom and into the cramped hallway.
—Rebecca Noel, Charlotte Observer, 21 Apr. 2026
An intense paint color can also make an often small space, such as a bathroom, feel even more cramped and humid.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 20 Apr. 2026
The dynamic keeps the film from ever feeling too cramped or quiet, and the characters from ever being held at too far a remove.
—David Sims, The Atlantic, 10 Apr. 2026
Verb
Want to skip the hassle of switching off drivers, being cramped in a vehicle, and having to stop for bathrooms and snacks?
—Skye Sherman, Travel + Leisure, 11 June 2026
Otherwise, the room feels visually cramped and functionally awkward.
—Sarah Lyon, The Spruce, 10 June 2026
Just be aware that the Miata’s cabin will feel cramped for tall drivers.
—ABC News, 10 June 2026
At a little under 90 minutes, the film also feels cramped.
—David Rooney, HollywoodReporter, 6 June 2026
Failing to Declutter First Trying to overhaul your current storage system while the garage is cramped with clutter (which also minimizes the value of your home) is unproductive.
—Mary Cornetta, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 May 2026
Baresi had cramped up in the latter stages, but still led by example.
—James Horncastle, New York Times, 27 May 2026
The cells were frequently cramped, dark, unventilated, and damp.
—Amer Matar, The Dial, 26 May 2026
This has really cramped Amerisafe’s special distribution.
—Brett Owens, Forbes.com, 23 May 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cramped
Adjective
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Sewers can contain numerous hazards, including noxious and potentially deadly gases, unstable surfaces, flooding risks, and confined spaces.—
Brie Stimson,
FOXNews.com,
31 May 2026
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Darker colors like charcoal or slate gray absorb light and can make a kitchen feel more confined.—
Shagun Khare,
The Spruce,
24 May 2026
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Withington noted that international sanctions have hampered Moscow’s ability to access the technology needed to develop new systems capable of engaging these Ukrainian attacks.—
Gianluca Mezzofiore,
CNN Money,
19 June 2026
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Russia’s determination to maintain a tight grip on AI development has hampered its own efforts to advance the technology.—
Nikita Ostrovsky,
Time,
18 June 2026
Adjective
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Super Bowl veteran Matthew Stafford, on the verge of his 18th season, will get limited snaps in the offseason, leaving Bennett and Simpson to take additional first-team snaps.—
Mike Griffith,
AJC.com,
21 June 2026
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While the numbers of comedies on the ballot stayed almost level with last year (up very slightly to 71 from 69), dramas dropped from 126 in 2025 to 110 this year, and limited/anthology series are down to 31, from 44 last year.—
Joe Reid,
Vulture,
20 June 2026
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Meanwhile, Australia assistant coach Paul Okon argued that their goalkeeper Patrick Beach was impeded during the play.—
Jackson Thompson,
FOXNews.com,
20 June 2026
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They were said to have impeded its free movement, scratching and otherwise damaging the body work.—
The Editorial Board,
Chicago Tribune,
11 June 2026
Adjective
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The United States of America undertakes to make fully available for use the frozen or restricted funds and assets of the Islamic Republic of Iran.—
Mabinty Quarshie,
The Washington Examiner,
17 June 2026
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Actually Announced About Peptides Kennedy’s announcement covered peptides the FDA moved to Category 2 in late 2023, a restricted status that effectively pulled them off compounding pharmacy shelves.—
Allison Palmer,
Sacbee.com,
17 June 2026
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This low position is likely hindered by a reliance on offensive statistics that puts less value on Brind’Amour’s defensive abilities.—
James Mirtle,
New York Times,
17 June 2026
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Smith, who played for the Missouri Tigers in college, rose to fame quickly after he was drafted into the NFL but his rise to stardom was hindered by a series of legal issues that included 10 arrests in nine years, according to ESPN.—
Deena Zaru,
ABC News,
16 June 2026
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The narrow win pushed Morocco into first place in Group C, all but securing a spot in the knockout rounds for the 2022 World Cup semifinalists.—
Zack Cox,
Boston Herald,
20 June 2026
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Just outside downtown, this narrow stretch of former warehouses is now lined with markets, mom-and-pop shops and restaurants that spill onto the sidewalks all summer long.—
Gabby Sartori,
USA Today,
19 June 2026
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The case has generated intense international attention because of Hoiby's connection to the royal family, who have been embarrassed by it.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
15 June 2026
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But Americans don’t want to see the home team embarrassed.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
7 June 2026
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“Cramped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramped. Accessed 22 Jun. 2026.
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