Zoeken
to constrict
01
samentrekken, vernauwen
to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness
Intransitive
Example
His chest constricts when he experiences high levels of anxiety.
Zijn borst samentrekt wanneer hij hoge niveaus van angst ervaart.
The blood vessels are constricting in response to the cold weather.
De bloedvaten vernauwen als reactie op het koude weer.
02
samentrekken, verkrampen
to tighten, squeeze, or narrow down in order to reduce in size
Transitive: to constrict sth
Example
The tight bandage constricted the swollen ankle, providing support and reducing inflammation.
De strakke bandage samentrok om de gezwollen enkel, wat ondersteuning bood en de ontsteking verminderde.
The surgeon constricted the blood vessel with surgical clips to control bleeding during the operation.
De chirurg samentrok het bloedvat met chirurgische clips om de bloeding tijdens de operatie te beheersen.
03
beperken, verkleinen
to restrict the things someone can or wants to do
Transitive: to constrict someone's freedoms or abilities
Example
The strict rules constricted the students' freedom to express themselves creatively.
Financial constraints constricted their ability to travel and explore new destinations.
