Constrict and Grow

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Constrict verb - To become smaller in size or volume through the drawing together of particles of matter.

Usage example: the vessel constricted, thereby reducing the flow of blood

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Grow is an antonym for constrict.

Grow verb - To look after or assist the growth of by labor and care.

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Constrict is an antonym for grow.

Nearby Words: growth, growing, grown, grower

constrict parts

grow parts

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