1The company's financial situation was constrained by the economic downturn, forcing it to reduce staff and cut costs.
2Was the artist's creativity constrained by the strict guidelines of the project, or did she find ways to work within them?
3The government's ability to respond to the crisis was constrained by its limited resources and infrastructure.
4Try not to feel constrained by traditional norms and expectations when making your career choices.
5There are several factors that can constrain the growth of a new business, including lack of funding and regulatory hurdles.