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Common Verbs — Lesson 84

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constitutes

kənˈstɪtuːts

Form or compose — three members constitute a quorum for the meeting.

Three members constitute a quorum for the meeting.

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constituting

kənˈstɪtʃuːtɪŋ

Form or compose — the team constituting the project has extensive experience.

The different elements constituting the mixture must be precisely measured.

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constrain

kənˈstreɪn

Hold back — the law constrains companies from making false advertising claims.

The law constrains companies from making false advertising claims.

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constrained

kənˈstreɪnd

Hold back — she felt constrained by the strict rules.

The project was constrained by a limited budget.

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constraining

kənˈstreɪnɪŋ

Hold back — the project faces several constraining elements.

The constraining regulations made it difficult to start a new business.

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constrains

kənˈstreɪnz

Hold back — lack of time constrains her ability to travel.

Budget constraints limit what we can do.

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constrict

kənˈstrɪkt

Squeeze or press together — she felt her throat constrict with fear.

The tight bandage constricted the blood flow to her arm.

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constricted

kənˈstrɪktɪd

Squeeze or press together — a constricted blood vessel can reduce blood flow.

The constricted corridor made it difficult for large groups to pass.

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constricting

kənˈstrɪktɪŋ

Squeeze or press together — the tight collar is constricting my neck.

The tight collar is constricting my neck.

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constructed

kənˈstrʌktɪd

Make by combining materials and parts — they constructed a new bridge across the river.

The ancient city was constructed over several centuries.

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constructing

kənˈstrʌktɪŋ

Make by combining materials and parts — they are constructing a new bridge across the river.

They are constructing a new bridge across the river.

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consummate

kənˈsʌmɪt

Fulfill sexually — he demonstrated consummate skill in negotiating the deal.

She was a consummate professional who never made mistakes.

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