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as in confined
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as in constricted
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as in hampered
to create difficulty for the work or activity of
having to constantly entertain guests at the summer cottage was really cramping my writing efforts
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Recent Examples of cramped
Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
The bus was cramped and the roads were bumpy.
—Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024
In this kitchen, designer Michelle Gage wanted the space to feel cozy but not cramped.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
Otherwise, the space can feel cramped.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
Headroom will be fine for taller people, but the rear is somewhat cramped for adults with longer legs.
—James Morris, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The recruitment success enjoyed by Tako and its peers speaks to a growing remote work fatigue, particularly in San Francisco, where housing conditions are often cramped and where a high concentration of young, ambitious techies are eager to comingle.
—Salvador Rodriguez, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Especially in cramped, confined seating on a metal tube thousands of meters up.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
Because of its size and cramped lay-out the crush of tourists in Venice is worst of all, not least because of the disgorging of thousands of passengers from cruise ships that dwarf the landscape.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Verb
Now council members and city staff are searching for answers on how to move forward with building a police headquarters to replace one officers say is too cramped and outdated.
—Martin E. Comas, Orlando Sentinel, 20 Dec. 2024
The bus was cramped and the roads were bumpy.
—Bridget Read, Curbed, 18 Dec. 2024
In this kitchen, designer Michelle Gage wanted the space to feel cozy but not cramped.
—Rachel Davies, Architectural Digest, 17 Dec. 2024
Otherwise, the space can feel cramped.
—Elizabeth Stamp, Architectural Digest, 12 Dec. 2024
Headroom will be fine for taller people, but the rear is somewhat cramped for adults with longer legs.
—James Morris, Forbes, 7 Dec. 2024
The recruitment success enjoyed by Tako and its peers speaks to a growing remote work fatigue, particularly in San Francisco, where housing conditions are often cramped and where a high concentration of young, ambitious techies are eager to comingle.
—Salvador Rodriguez, CNBC, 6 Dec. 2024
Especially in cramped, confined seating on a metal tube thousands of meters up.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 2 Dec. 2024
Because of its size and cramped lay-out the crush of tourists in Venice is worst of all, not least because of the disgorging of thousands of passengers from cruise ships that dwarf the landscape.
—John Mariani, Forbes, 27 Nov. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for cramped
Adjective
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And a subway car is a confined space where there may be no easy way to escape danger.—
James Barron,
New York Times,
8 Jan. 2025
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The most conspicuous example is the open-air winter sculpture garden at the center of the residence, an intimate, confined courtyard that allows art and nature to coalesce.—
Troy J. McMullen,
Architectural Digest,
9 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Belle Gibson’s story of faking cancer is fictionalized in the new Netflix limited series 'Apple Cider Vinegar' Comments At the start of 2015, Belle Gibson was at the peak of her wellness empire.—
Lynsey Eidell,
People.com,
8 Feb. 2025
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However, with an average finish of just 24.4 in the Cup series, and Kaulig Racing's limited experience with the playoffs, this season may be a challenge for the young North Carolina driver.—
Yaakov Katz,
Newsweek,
8 Feb. 2025
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Late in the game, #63 of the Baltimore Colts threw a great block that impeded two of the Giants defenders to spring Alan Ameche (#35) for a long gain.—
Drew Carberry,
Baltimore Sun,
22 Dec. 2024
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In addition to extreme weather conditions, the cast and crew had to contend with various Hollywood strike shutdowns that impeded filming.—
Dana Feldman,
Forbes,
18 Dec. 2024
Adjective
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Butler gets more than half his shots near the restricted area (178 of 275 this season), shoots a great percentage (63.5) down there and has averaged around eight free throws per game during his five-plus seasons in Miami.—
Anthony Slater,
The Athletic,
9 Feb. 2025
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Keep in mind that Nikola Jovic is eligible for restricted free agency that summer.—
Barry Jackson,
Miami Herald,
3 Feb. 2025
Adjective
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Nissan’s profits in the six months ending in September plunged 94% compared with the same period in 2023, as the company lost money on auto operations and reported only a narrow profit due to its financing business.—
Olesya Dmitracova and Chris Isidore,
CNN,
5 Feb. 2025
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These distinctive heels, characterized by a narrow base at the foot that widens toward the bottom, offer a bold and retro-inspired silhouette.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
5 Feb. 2025
Verb
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But there are still 5,000 seats that have obstructed views.—
Scott Powers,
The Athletic,
28 Dec. 2024
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Such large-scale research has been difficult, particularly during the most deadly waves of the pandemic when clinic restrictions and medical emergencies obstructed consistent testing.—
Bloomberg,
The Mercury News,
27 Dec. 2024
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“Cramped.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/cramped. Accessed 19 Feb. 2025.
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