constringent
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Etymology
Origin of constringent
First recorded in 1595–1605, constringent is from the Latin word constringent- (stem of constringēns, present participle of constringere ). See constringe, -ent
Example Sentences
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When I was in school, we knew families that imposed stringent limitations on what their kids could read or watch, but we found them peculiar.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 4, 2023
The agency imposed stringent limits on the drug and studied it extensively, eventually finding that it is incredibly safe and effective.
From Slate • May 17, 2023
Meanwhile, in China, automakers and other companies are reducing production due to supply disruptions after authorities imposed stringent anti-disease controls to stop coronavirus outbreaks in Shanghai and other cities.
From Seattle Times • Apr. 10, 2022
While it has kept its airports and deepwater port open, it has imposed stringent movement curbs, barring unapproved vehicles from streets and telling millions of people not to leave their homes.
From Reuters • Mar. 29, 2022
In his eyes international law imposed stringent obligations, which no one State, or nation, had the right to revoke.
From William Pitt and the Great War by Rose, John Holland
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