# constriction vs contraction

> English confusable word pair

## The two words

### constriction
*noun · IPA /kənˈstɹɪk.ʃən/ · frequency rank #48,674*
The act of constricting, the state of being constricted, or something that constricts.

### contraction
*noun · IPA /kənˈtɹækʃn̩/ · frequency rank #15,786*
Senses relating to becoming involved with or entering into, especially entering into a contract.

## Source
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