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

Judge Trainor also imposed a two-year restraining order.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

A judge granted a temporary restraining order halting construction at the warehouse soon after Maryland filed its lawsuit.

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

That restraining order was later stayed by the Supreme Court.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 17, 2026

Then Tehlu grew angry, and he might have slain them all, but Perial leaped forward and laid a restraining hand on his shoulder.

From "The Name of the Wind" by Patrick Rothfuss