cramp someone's style
idiomPart ofstyle
cramp someone's style — idiom
1. to prevent someone from behaving freely or naturally in the way they would like,
1.idiom
Definition
to prevent someone from behaving freely or naturally in the way they would like, usually by being too strict, close, or controlling.
Example
Having her parents at the party really cramped Élise's style.
The strict dress code at the office cramped everyone's style during summer.