Constrict and Tear

Constrict

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

Tear and constrict are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Tear" instead a verb "Constrict".

Tear

Tear verb - To cause (something) to separate into jagged pieces by violently pulling at it.

Constrict and tear are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Constrict" instead a verb "Tear".

Nearby Words: tearful, tearing, teary, teardrop, tearless

Mutual synonyms

Common collocations

parts constrict parts tear parts
target constrict target tear target
enemies constrict enemies tear enemies
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