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restriction

[ri-strik-shuhn] / rɪˈstrɪk ʃən /


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The president signed off on the restriction himself, some of the people said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 14, 2026

The escalating tier of penalties and the “bounty-hunter provision” tied to the bathroom restriction have also stoked fear among transgender Kansans that causes them to “self-police” to avoid violating the law, Seldin said.

From Salon • Jun. 14, 2026

"This research may influence future dietary recommendations by emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy gut microbiome rather than focusing only on sugar restriction," Ahmad said.

From Science Daily • Jun. 14, 2026

"I saw it as a meaningless restriction, as it didn't impact on my work in any way, therefore I accepted it for a quiet life," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026

The government retaliated by banning all gatherings relating to my imprisonment, but this restriction was ignored by the liberation movement.

From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela




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