shackle

Example Sentences

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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

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

Senoo’s sons, 8 and 11, have told him they’re interested in eventually running the company, but he’s reluctant to let them shackle themselves to such an uncertain future.

From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 23, 2023

Haymitch is probably making plans to have me fitted for a head shackle at this very moment.

From "Mockingjay" by Suzanne Collins