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to constrain
01
to force someone to act in a certain way
Ditransitive: to constrain sb to do sth
Example
The tight deadline constrained the team to work late nights to complete the project on time.
Financial limitations constrained us to choose the most cost-effective solution.
The rules of the game constrained the players to follow a specific strategy.
02
to impose restrictions or limitations that narrow the range of possibilities or actions available
Transitive: to constrain sth
Example
Safety regulations constrained the design of the building, limiting architectural creativity.
Market conditions constrained the company's ability to introduce new products.
Space limitations constrained the layout of the apartment, necessitating creative storage solutions.
03
to restrict movement or actions through restraint or confinement
Transitive: to constrain sb/sth
Example
The handcuffs constrain his movements, preventing him from fleeing.
Yesterday, they constrained the prisoner in a straightjacket to prevent self-harm.
The tight ropes are currently constraining the struggling animal.
