No. 4,121 in French
contraignante
Restrictive or binding.
In a sentence
La réglementation en matière de construction est très contraignante.
The regulations regarding construction are very restrictive.
Used to describe something that imposes strict limitations or obligations.
Nous avons dû accepter des horaires de travail contraignants pour terminer le projet à temps.
We had to accept restrictive work schedules to complete the project on time.
Here it refers to schedules that impose constraints or are highly demanding.
Elle préfère éviter les relations trop contraignantes qui limitent sa liberté.
She prefers to avoid overly restrictive relationships that limit her freedom.
Used to characterize relationships that impose undue restrictions.
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