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Contraint

Noun:

1. A limitation or restriction that is imposed upon someone or something.

Sample Sentence: The contraints of time prevented him from completing the project on schedule.

Verb:

1. To compel or force someone to do something against their will.

Sample Sentence: The kidnapper contrainted the victim into revealing the secret code.

Adjective:

1. Feeling compelled or obliged to do something due to internal or external pressures.

Sample Sentence: She felt contraint to attend the social event even though she was exhausted.

Adjective:

2. Stiff or unnatural in manner or behavior.

Sample Sentence: The presenter appeared to be contraint and uncomfortable, lacking confidence.

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