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constrains
verb
(con-strain)
to force by imposed stricture, restriction, or limitation
constrains
verb
(con-strain)
to restrict the motion of (a mechanical body) to a particular mode
constrains
verb
(con-strain)
compress; also : to clasp tightly
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