Dictionary entryCEFR C1verb

constrain

IPA pronunciation: /kənˈstreɪn/

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Russian meaning

Ограничивать, сдерживать

English definition

Severely restrict the scope, extent, or activity of.

Example

Budgetary deficits constrain the development of public infrastructure.

Collocations

constrain growth
severely constrain
financial constraints

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