Constrict and Withdraw

Constrict

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

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

Withdraw

Withdraw verb - To move back or away (as from something difficult, dangerous, or disagreeable).

Constrict and withdraw are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Constrict" instead a verb "Withdraw".

Nearby Words: withdrawn, withdrawal, withdrawing, withdrawable

Mutual synonyms

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