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constraint

[kuhn-streynt] / kənˈstreɪnt /




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While supporters argue that restarting drilling would strengthen security and energy independence, experts interviewed by AFP emphasised major constraints for both oil and gas.

From Barron's

Canadian author Jack Jedwab wrote in French language newspaper La Presse that Rousseau's lack of French knowledge sends a message to Air Canada employees that "bilingualism is a constraint, not a value".

From BBC

Farmers usually consider crop prices, expected yields, rotation constraints, and other factors as well.

From Barron's

U.S. home-price growth slowed in January as affordability constraints continued to weigh on home buyer decisions.

From The Wall Street Journal

When all constraints on the use of force are removed, chaos prevails.

From The Wall Street Journal