narrow

verb B2

Meaning

To narrow means to make something thinner or more limited in scope, often referring to ideas, options, or physical spaces.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "narrow" with "reduce," as "narrow" specifically implies a change in width or range rather than quantity.

Example Sentences

Can you narrow the choices to just two options ?
The committee will narrow the list of candidates by next week .
The road will narrow after the bridge for safety reasons .

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