Constrain

Synonyms of constrain

• restrain
• restrict
• limit

Antonyms of constrain

• encourage
• allow
• free

Collocations of constrain

financial constraints

Frequency: 85 %

We had to work within our financial constraints to complete the project.

time constraints

Frequency: 80 %

Due to time constraints, we couldn't finish the task on time.

strict rules

Frequency: 70 %

The company has strict rules about punctuality.

legal constraints

Frequency: 60 %

The company had to operate within legal constraints set by the government.

physical constraints

Frequency: 50 %

The design had to consider physical constraints of the building site.

Idiomatic Expressions for constrain

• Phrase: financial constraints
  Meaning: limitations or restrictions related to money or finances
  Usage: We couldn't go on vacation this year due to financial constraints.