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restrain

[ri-streyn] / rɪˈstreɪn /


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In law and social science, we call this impact a chilling effect – the behavioral tendency for people in face of a threat to self-censor and restrain their activities for self-protection.

From Salon • May 28, 2026

The order would also “permanently” restrain and enjoin Musk’s trust from violating the section of the Exchange Act that was the subject of this case, according to the text of the proposed settlement.

From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026

They continue to repeat the instruction while the suspect is on the ground and as they work to restrain him.

From BBC • Apr. 29, 2026

For more than a year, the owners of other major league teams have telegraphed their desire to restrain all that spending, preferably through a salary cap.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 26, 2026

Hazel almost had to tackle him to restrain him.

From "The House of Hades" by Rick Riordan




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