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

The U.K. rate setter estimates that the interest rate at which the BOE is neither stimulating nor restraining the economy is 3%.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 21, 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

Sheinbaum’s negotiators look ready to give ground on technical issues like increasing U.S. content thresholds for North American cars or restraining Chinese “back door” investment in Mexico.

From Barron's • May 7, 2026

“As a heart attack. I tried to get in touch with Jared, but Mr. Christensen answered his phone and told me not to call anymore. Said they’d take out a restraining order if I did.”

From "Dear Martin" by Nic Stone