restraining

Example Sentences

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He was given a restraining order to prevent him from contacting Prosser for 10 years.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

On Sunday, a federal judge in Baton Rouge granted Duncan’s request for a temporary restraining order, declaring the bill abolishing the criminal court clerk position to be unconstitutional.

From Slate • May 5, 2026

"Why does GPT 5.5 have a restraining order against 'Raccoons,' 'Goblins,' and 'Pigeons'?"

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

As a result, Paul was hit with a restraining order, she temporarily lost custody of Ever, the 2-year-old son she shares with Mortensen, and ABC pulled “The Bachelorette.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 15, 2026

But Brutus's excitement got the best of him, and he ended up knocking the ball just past the length of the chain restraining him.

From "Look Both Ways" by Jason Reynolds