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to constrict
01
apertar, constringir
to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness
Intransitive
Exemplos
Over time, the material has constricted due to exposure to extreme temperatures.
Com o tempo, o material contraiu devido à exposição a temperaturas extremas.
02
apertar, constringir
to tighten, squeeze, or narrow down in order to reduce in size
Transitive: to constrict sth
Exemplos
He constricted the opening of the balloon by twisting the neck tightly, preventing the helium from escaping.
Ele apertou a abertura do balão torcendo o pescoço com força, impedindo que o hélio escapasse.
03
restringir, limitar
to restrict the things someone can or wants to do
Transitive: to constrict someone's freedoms or abilities
Exemplos
The toxic relationship constricted her social life, as her partner became increasingly jealous and controlling.
O relacionamento tóxico restringiu sua vida social, conforme seu parceiro se tornou cada vez mais ciumento e controlador.
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