becomes constrained
[bɪˈkʌmz kənˈstreɪnd]
verb phrase
fica restringido/a, torna-se limitado/a, fica constrangido/a
1. to be or start to be limited, restricted, or confined by something
The budget becomes constrained when unexpected expenses arise.
O orçamento fica restringido quando surgem despesas inesperadas.
2. to feel uncomfortable, embarrassed, or inhibited in a situation
She becomes constrained in formal social settings.
Ela fica constrangida em ambientes sociais formais.
3. to be subject to restrictions or limitations
The project becomes constrained by limited resources.
O projeto fica limitado por recursos insuficientes.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'fica constrangido/a' can mean both physically constrained and emotionally/socially uncomfortable, making it context-dependent. In American English business contexts, 'becomes constrained' typically refers to resource or financial limitations, while in social contexts it refers to emotional discomfort. The phrase is formal and commonly used in professional, academic, and literary discussions.
NYC Slang
gets boxed in, gets cramped
Related Idioms & Phrases
becomes constrained by circumstances
becomes constrained by budget
becomes constrained by regulations
fica com as mãos atadas (has hands tied)
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