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to restrict
01
to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules
Transitive: to restrict an action or freedom
Examples
The school decided to restrict access to certain areas for student safety.
02
to impose limits or regulations on someone or something, typically to control or reduce its scope or extent
Transitive: to restrict sth
Examples
The dietitian recommended restricting sugar intake to improve overall health.
03
to confine someone to a specific activity, possession, or place
Transitive: to restrict sb to limited activities or places
Examples
The doctor restricted her to a liquid diet for the first few days after surgery.
04
to prevent the release or sharing of information with the public or a wide audience
Transitive: to restrict information
Examples
The company decided to restrict the details of the project until it was finalized.
Lexical Tree
derestrict
restricted
restricting
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