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narrows

British  
/ ˈnærəʊz /

plural noun

  1. a narrow part of a strait, river, current, etc

"Collins English Dictionary — Complete & Unabridged" 2012 Digital Edition © William Collins Sons & Co. Ltd. 1979, 1986 © HarperCollins Publishers 1998, 2000, 2003, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2009, 2012

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Joblessness in your 20s reduces lifetime earnings, narrows your prospects, carries mental-health risks and weakens your sense of purpose.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 14, 2026

The road narrows significantly at that point which the council said meant complete closure was necessary to ensure the safety of road users and workers.

From BBC • Apr. 21, 2026

However, such controversy narrows the issue of A.I.’s steady encroachment to one of process, rather than impact.

From Slate • Apr. 17, 2026

Thursday’s ruling does not resolve the broader questions raised by the case but significantly narrows the terrain ahead of a trial scheduled to begin in May.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 2, 2026

Metias turns around from his place in the passenger seat and narrows his eyes at me.

From "Legend" by Marie Lu

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