constrained

/kənˈstɹeɪnd/

adj 2

Collocations

VERBS

be, feel

ADV

severely, tightly

My budget for this project was severely constrained by the company's financial situation.

adj

Kept within close bounds; confined.

The epistle is opened and read—with a little wonder, most probably not a little vexation, at its constrained style.

Forced; compelled.

adjective — lacking spontaneity

The epistle is opened and read—with a little wonder, most probably not a little vexation, at its constrained style.

Wiktionary

We are constrained to and restrained from an action.

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The government finances are severely constrained because of falling tax revenues.

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I felt constrained to help her.

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I was constrained to tell a lie.

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They are constrained by diplomatic protocol.

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