Constrict and Restrain

Constrict

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

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Restrain and constrict are semantically related in inhibit topic. In some cases you can use "Restrain" instead a verb "Constrict", when it comes to topics like curtail.

Nearby Words: constriction, constricting, constrictor

Restrain

Restrain verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

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Constrict and restrain are semantically related in curtail topic. Sometimes you can use "Constrict" instead a verb "Restrain".

Nearby Words: restraint, restricted, restraining

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target	constrict target	restrain target
victims	constrict victims	restrain victims
enemies	constrict enemies	restrain enemies

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And, if they are small enough to fit, the rider won't be able to get out unless the kangaroo allows it: mother roos can constrict the pouch's entrance to restrain unruly joeys.

Source: Kangaroo Pouch Ride

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