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

A federal court in Texas may not stop a federal court in Rhode Island from adjudicating a case by issuing a glorified restraining order against the parties.

From Slate • May 19, 2026

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

From Los Angeles Times • May 11, 2026

He spoke sharply to his daughter, who laid a restraining hand on him.

From "A Long Way from Chicago" by Richard Peck