Meaning of the word constraint in English
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constraint
US /kənˈstreɪnt/
UK /kənˈstreɪnt/
Noun
1.
a limitation or restriction
Example:
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Budgetary constraints forced them to scale back the project.
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Time constraints make it difficult to complete all tasks.
2.
compulsion or coercion; repression of feelings
Example:
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He spoke with a certain constraint, avoiding eye contact.
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Her polite smile hid a feeling of deep constraint.
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