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How to pronounce constrictive
“constrictive” pronunciation in American and British English
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“constrictive” in real sentences
13 clips in the index · 1 American · 1 British. Clips come from public YouTube videos — parliaments, government agencies and independent channels.
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And it felt terribly constrictive.
Intelligence Squared
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Teria's scars and grafts have become thick and constrictive.
60 Minutes Australia
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might be too constrictive, but I think that we would need to discuss it.
The Scottish Parliament
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Yes, it was very constrictive and yes, you could feel like you were being owned.
WIRED
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