Constrict and Stick out

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

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Stick out is an antonym for constrict.

Stick out verb - To extend outward beyond a usual point.

Usage example: no feet sticking out in the aisles, please

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Constrict is an antonym for stick out.

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