- present participle of restrain.
restraining
Example Sentences
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District Judge Leonie Brinkema issued a temporary restraining order banning the fund.
From Slate • Jun. 4, 2026
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
According to the restraining order application, Palacios contacted Escorcia by phone on April 30 and told him ICE was starting a criminal investigation against him.
From Los Angeles Times • May 27, 2026
Startling myself with my bold speech, I withdrew my hand from his and clasped it with my other hand, thus restraining myself.
From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein
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