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"Firms often mentioned reducing output volumes due to weaker intakes of new business, though there were also reports that input shortages, particularly electronics, had constrained production at some units," S&P Global said.

From Reuters • Sep. 23, 2022

Coronavirus outbreaks had shut down chip plants, and an unanticipated surge in demand for electronics from people riding out the pandemic at home had constrained supplies.

From New York Times • Aug. 4, 2022

Mr McCallum said the expulsion of Russian diplomats after the Salisbury poisonings in 2018 and continued refusal of visas had prevented Moscow rebuilding its presence and had constrained the threat in the UK.

From BBC • Jul. 8, 2022

But there were also widespread reports that shortages of staff and disrupted supply chains had constrained growth in August, says Markit -- as the lack of key workers such as lorry drivers hits retailers.

From The Guardian • Sep. 3, 2021

"But I had been so sure that you had constrained your feelings!"

From The House of Heine Brothers by Trollope, Anthony