constraint
noun
limitation or restriction.
constraints
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pluralof constraint.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Nigeria's power sector has failed to produce at capacity due to ageing infrastructure, inadequate maintenance, gas supply constraints and funding challenges.
From BBC ● Nov. 12, 2026
Tighter constraints on the capital customers need to keep buying expensive chips could easily put more sticks in Nvidia’s tires.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Nov. 10, 2026
Chinese buyers have reportedly turned to intermediaries and indirect purchases to access Nvidia chips as both the U.S. and China maintain constraints.
From MarketWatch ● Nov. 9, 2026
"Einstein's equations contain constraints on how space-time can evolve that are not immediately apparent," said Asenjo.
From Science Daily ● Nov. 8, 2026
As you are composing, listen for how the constraints of using only those five notes, with those pitch relationships, affect your music.
From "Understanding Basic Music Theory" by Catherine Schmidt-Jones and Russel Jones
