restraining

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He was given a restraining order to prevent him from contacting Prosser for 10 years.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

"Why does GPT 5.5 have a restraining order against 'Raccoons,' 'Goblins,' and 'Pigeons'?"

From BBC • Apr. 30, 2026

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

From Slate • Apr. 27, 2026

In granting the temporary restraining order, Williams ordered the government to return Villegas’ removal proceedings to the “nondetained docket.”

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 23, 2026

“It’s all right, Draco,” said Narcissa, restraining him with her thin white fingers upon his shoulder.

From "Harry Potter and the Half-Blood Prince" by J.K. Rowling