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

Both filed for restraining orders and sought anger management during the divorce.

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 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

Startling myself with my bold speech, I withdrew my hand from his and clasped it with my other hand, thus restraining myself.

From "Ophelia" by Lisa Klein