restraint
Example Sentences
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But restaurants still struggled last year as shoppers continued to exercise restraint in spending.
From MarketWatch
It is unlikely that a new prime minister would abandon all restraint in search of votes.
The statement further called on all parties to exercise restraint and act responsibly.
From Barron's
However, the panel said there was little evidence that de-escalation techniques had been attempted, and it was unclear whether Ogben had received training in the school's restraint policy.
From BBC
"Her spontaneity, emotive restraint and quiet confidence stood out immediately. Her courage to move far from home and attempt something entirely new at this age won us over."
From BBC
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
