shackle
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I heard you were calm and even smiled when it was announced—an act of defiance to tell them they might have your body but will never shackle your spirit.
From The Wall Street Journal • Feb. 19, 2026
The lack of it is the shackle on so much within government and beyond: the national mood, taxes, you name it.
From BBC • Jun. 11, 2025
A broken chain and shackle represents freedom from slavery.
From Salon • Apr. 26, 2024
Yet motherhood was another choice made for them, and another shackle they cannot escape.
From Seattle Times • Dec. 12, 2023
Then touching the shackle gently with his index finger, he said, "Very well. When do you intend to leave?"
From "Invisible Man" by Ralph Ellison
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