cramped
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Through his cellmate, Gershkovich learned the rules of Russian prison life, including how to perform various bodily functions in the cramped cell and how to comport himself with other inmates to stay safe.
From Barron's ● Sep. 30, 2026
His clothes and personal effects are dotted round the cramped space, which is paid straight from his Universal Credit.
From BBC ● Sep. 21, 2026
His cramped work space, about 90 feet from the field, has enough room for two green vinyl chairs, though Araujo prefers to stand when he’s working.
From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 20, 2026
The facility did not provide them with sufficient living space, "creating cramped conditions for detainees who spent most of their time in their housing units", according to the report.
From BBC ● Sep. 14, 2026
It was only after another half-hour that we dared give the all clear to nine cramped and shaky people.
From "The Hiding Place" by Corrie ten Boom
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