NARROWS Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

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plural noun

as in strait

a narrow body of water between two land masses we had to cautiously navigate our dinghy through the narrows before reaching the open water of the bay

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verb

present tense third-person singular of narrow

as in tightens

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Slowing debt issuance as the credit environment tightens could hinder companies' ability to finance the AI infrastructure buildout, Crisafulli added.

— Mary Cunningham, CBS News, 22 Oct. 2026
Bubbles pop when liquidity tightens, meaning higher rates or stiffer regulation make money harder to borrow, and private creditors grow less willing to lend at any rate.

— RUCHIR SHARMA, Foreign Affairs, 13 Oct. 2026

Definition of tightens

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People with diabetes, peripheral neuropathy or circulation problems need to be especially cautious about anything that constricts the feet or creates friction.

— Hanna Wickes, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 22 Oct. 2026
Cold water triggers an immediate stress response that spikes heart rate, speeds breathing and constricts blood vessels.

— Samantha Agate, Sacbee.com, 22 Oct. 2026

Definition of constricts

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The cartilage between bones often thins more rapidly after age 60, too, leaving the femur and tibia with less cushioning, so the separation between the bones lessens or disappears.

— Aaron Steckelberg, Washington Post, 9 Oct. 2026
It's got other features such as Copilot integration to answer questions on the fly, as well as HP Eye Ease, which lessens blue light exposure to make your eyes more comfortable.

— George Yang, PC Magazine, 2 Oct. 2026

Definition of lessens

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Past popes have written letters of resignation in case of a severe illness or medical emergency that impedes them from carrying out their duties.

— Christopher Lamb, CNN Money, 17 Oct. 2026
The sheriff said vehicles parked in a way that impedes traffic will be towed at the owner's expense.

— Jennifer McRae, CBS News, 10 Sep. 2026

Definition of impedes

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Don't tail large vehicles closely - Trucks or buses can kick up a water spray that obstructs visibility.

— NC Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 13 July 2026
Anatasia steals a truck and obstructs their path, sacrificing herself to a bleak future, all in the name of love.

— Hunter Ingram, Variety, 10 July 2026

Definition of obstructs

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The complaint asks the Placer County District Attorney’s Office to review the city’s actions under state Government Code Section 8314, which restricts the use of public resources for political campaigns.

— Nicole Buss, Sacbee.com, 23 Oct. 2026
The area restricts movement on or off any premises with poultry.

— WCCO Staff, CBS News, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of restricts

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But the inability a company to buy ads hampers a campaign’s visibility and removes a key tool that studios use to spread the word about a movie currently in theaters.

— Steven Zeitchik, HollywoodReporter, 17 Oct. 2026
This lushness is truly remarkable on an island known for its volcanic soil, which traditionally hampers plant growth.

— Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of hampers

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