constrain

/kənˈstɹeɪn/verb
High School
1

To force physically, by strong persuasion or pressuring; to compel; to oblige.

2

To keep within close bounds; to confine.

3

To reduce a result in response to limited resources.

Sound Patterns & Rhymes

Rhymes

Words that share the same ending sound pattern

Alliteration

Words starting with the same consonant sound — used in poetry and prose to create rhythm, emphasis, and memorable phrasing (e.g. “Peter Piper picked”)

Assonance

Words sharing similar vowel sounds regardless of starting letter — creates internal melody in writing

Consonance

Words sharing similar consonant sound patterns — adds texture and cohesion to writing