restraining

Example Sentences

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Elevated rates are restraining demand for what was supposed to be a rebound spring buying season.

From MarketWatch • May 28, 2026

Hiking rates right as higher oil prices threaten to slow Japan’s economy by restraining corporate activity and private consumption is not without risk.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 2026

He was also given a restraining order against contacting Dodsworth, who described the day of sentencing as challenging.

From BBC • May 19, 2026

Maria Tran said she told the responding deputies that she feared for herself and her family and was requesting help obtaining a restraining order.

From Los Angeles Times • May 14, 2026

He moved the restraining arm of the chair away and went to the desk.

From "Boy 2.0" by Tracey Baptiste