Space and Area

an associate who shares a room with you

(of clothes or shoes) fitting closely or firmly, especially in an uncomfortable way

His shoes were too tight, and they gave him blisters.

a large group of people gathered together in a particular place

The crowd erupted in cheers as the home team scored the first goal of the match.

to limit or stop something from moving or progressing freely

The traffic jam cramped our journey to the airport.

to keep someone or something within limits of different types, such as subject, activity, area, etc.

The doctor advised him to confine his activities to avoid aggravating his injury.

to surround a place with a fence, wall, etc.

The farmer decided to enclose the garden with a fence to protect the crops.

small and efficiently arranged or designed

The compact car was perfect for navigating the narrow city streets.

to become less in size or width, creating a sensation of tightness

His chest constricts when he experiences high levels of anxiety.

a thick, sweet substance we make by boiling fruit with sugar and often eat on bread

Can you pass me the jar of raspberry jam, please?

to move something like a window or door into a position that people, things, etc. can pass through or use

He opens the window to let in some fresh air.

having a limited distance between opposite sides

The narrow path wound its way through the dense forest, barely wide enough for one person to pass.