to constrain
01
强迫, 迫使
to force someone to act in a certain way
Ditransitive: to constrain sb to do sth
例子
The tight deadline constrained the team to work late nights to complete the project on time.
紧迫的截止日期迫使团队熬夜工作以按时完成项目。
Financial limitations constrained us to choose the most cost-effective solution.
财政限制迫使我们选择最具成本效益的解决方案。
02
限制, 约束
to impose restrictions or limitations that narrow the range of possibilities or actions available
Transitive: to constrain sth
例子
Safety regulations constrained the design of the building, limiting architectural creativity.
安全法规限制了建筑物的设计，限制了建筑创意。
Market conditions constrained the company's ability to introduce new products.
市场条件限制了公司推出新产品的能力。
03
限制, 约束
to restrict movement or actions through restraint or confinement
Transitive: to constrain sb/sth
例子
The handcuffs constrain his movements, preventing him from fleeing.
手铐限制了他的行动，防止他逃跑。
Yesterday, they constrained the prisoner in a straightjacket to prevent self-harm.
昨天，他们用紧身衣限制了囚犯以防止自残。
词汇树
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