confining

Confining means limiting or restricting someone's freedom, often because of rules or regulations.

When we talk about something being confining, we usually mean that it's making us feel trapped or restricted. This can happen when we're stuck inside a small space for too long, like a tiny room without windows. But it can also apply to situations where we have to follow strict rules or routines that leave no room for flexibility or creativity. For example, if you're working on a project with very tight deadlines and endless paperwork, you might feel confining in your job. Similarly, if you're living in a place with strict laws and regulations that limit your personal freedom, you might feel like your life is being confined too.