1
as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
put legal constraints on the board's activities
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2
as in pressures
the use of power to impose one's will on another
parental constraint can take several different forms, including a denial of the approval that children usually seek from their parents
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Recent Examples of constraints
The shows are accompanied by similar drops in ad revenue and increasing production costs, an ongoing shift to digital viewership, political constraints and publicity-friendly interview questions.
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Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Once free of quota constraints, the Emirates can up its production by more than 40% to 5 million barrels per day, intensifying competition in markets where sub-Saharan Africa’s higher-cost producers are already vulnerable.
—Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
But the project was cut by the city because of budget constraints.
—Desiree Mathurin
april 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Space constraints present another serious concern.
—Francisco Marte, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Escape Lounges recommend prebooking to avoid being denied access due to capacity constraints on the day of travel.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The next phase will involve reviewing flight patterns, safety data, and operational constraints to determine what adjustments, if any, are feasible.
—Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Despite the innovative companies in the country, South Korea is considered by some to be an emerging market due to capital constraints and foreign exchange restrictions.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
By the 1980s, Agüero was among the many filmmakers working in Chile’s growing advertising industry, struggling with the practical constraints of moviemaking under the Pinochet dictatorship while also trying to find his cinematic voice.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Rick Kogan, Chicago Tribune, 29 Apr. 2026
Once free of quota constraints, the Emirates can up its production by more than 40% to 5 million barrels per day, intensifying competition in markets where sub-Saharan Africa’s higher-cost producers are already vulnerable.
—Yinka Adegoke, semafor.com, 29 Apr. 2026
But the project was cut by the city because of budget constraints.
—Desiree Mathurin
april 29, Charlotte Observer, 29 Apr. 2026
Space constraints present another serious concern.
—Francisco Marte, New York Daily News, 29 Apr. 2026
Escape Lounges recommend prebooking to avoid being denied access due to capacity constraints on the day of travel.
—Zach Wichter, USA Today, 27 Apr. 2026
The next phase will involve reviewing flight patterns, safety data, and operational constraints to determine what adjustments, if any, are feasible.
—Sarah Horbacewicz, CBS News, 27 Apr. 2026
Despite the innovative companies in the country, South Korea is considered by some to be an emerging market due to capital constraints and foreign exchange restrictions.
—Jason Gewirtz, CNBC, 27 Apr. 2026
By the 1980s, Agüero was among the many filmmakers working in Chile’s growing advertising industry, struggling with the practical constraints of moviemaking under the Pinochet dictatorship while also trying to find his cinematic voice.
—Christopher Vourlias, Variety, 22 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for constraints
Noun
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After his availability is determined, Redick said the team will discuss any potential minutes restrictions.—
Los Angeles Times,
Los Angeles Times,
28 Apr. 2026
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Last fall, the Pentagon required reporters who cover the military to sign on to a host of restrictions in order to maintain daily access to the building.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
28 Apr. 2026
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But cost pressures have escalated quickly in many regions.—
Howard Blume,
Los Angeles Times,
30 Apr. 2026
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At the same time, many institutions are grappling with ballooning operating costs and sliding enrollment, pressures that are intensifying labor conflicts over pay and resources.—
Kate Armanini,
Chicago Tribune,
30 Apr. 2026
Noun
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His voice and his music are unfailingly tasteful and pleasant, which is a key part of both his appeal and limitations.—
George Varga,
San Diego Union-Tribune,
24 Apr. 2026
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The next three points argue for limitations to patents and copyrights.—
Encyclopedia Britannica,
Encyclopedia Britannica,
24 Apr. 2026
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As the investigation twists and intensifies, Izzy is forced to confront her own compulsions and the personal cost of her pursuit of justice.—
Anthony D'Alessandro,
Deadline,
20 Mar. 2026
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Letters admitting compulsions and guilt Judge Lopez must also weigh whether letters Cox wrote to a judge in 1993 and 1995 will be admissible.—
Amy DeLaura,
The Washington Examiner,
28 Feb. 2026
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“Constraints.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/constraints. Accessed 1 May. 2026.
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