Constrict and Disperse

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Constrict verb - To reduce in size or volume by or as if by pressing parts or members together.

Usage example: constricted the opening with a clamp

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Disperse is an antonym for constrict.

Disperse verb - To go off in different directions and cease to exist as a body or unified whole.

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Constrict is an antonym for disperse.

points	constrict points	disperse points
enemies	constrict enemies	disperse enemies

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