is constrained
[ɪz kənˈstreɪnd]
verb phrase (present indicative passive voice)
está constrangido/limitado/restrito
1. to be restricted or limited by something; to be forced to act within certain boundaries or conditions
The budget is constrained by the available funds.
O orçamento está limitado pelos fundos disponíveis.
2. to be forced or compelled to do something against one's preference
She is constrained by family obligations.
Ela está constrangida pelas obrigações familiares.
3. to be held back or confined within limits
The movement is constrained by the narrow corridor.
O movimento está restrito pelo corredor estreito.
In both Brazilian Portuguese and English-speaking contexts, 'is constrained' is commonly used in formal, business, and academic settings. In Brazil, 'constrangido' can also carry an emotional connotation of embarrassment or discomfort, while 'limitado' and 'restrito' are more purely restrictive in meaning. The phrase is frequently used in financial, legal, and technical discussions.
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