restraining

Example Sentences

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That, she added, indicates that monetary policy is not restraining the economy.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Elevated rates are restraining demand for what was supposed to be a rebound spring buying season.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Maria Tran said she told the responding deputies that she feared for herself and her family and was requesting help obtaining a restraining order.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

On Sunday, a federal judge in Baton Rouge granted Duncan’s request for a temporary restraining order, declaring the bill abolishing the criminal court clerk position to be unconstitutional.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

Will felt himself grow dizzy, and Lyra was restraining Pantalaimon, hare-formed himself in sympathy, who was bucking and snapping in her arms.

From "The Subtle Knife" by Philip Pullman