restrict
verb (used with object)
to confine or keep within limits, as of space, action, choice, intensity, or quantity.
has been restricting
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present perfect progressiveof restrict (3rd person singular).present perfect progressive
Used to describe an action that began in the past, has continued continuously, and is still in progress.
Example Sentences
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China has been restricting imports of Australian coal and other products since 2020.
From Reuters ● Jul. 10, 2022
One of the most effective methods has been restricting parking near the beach.
From Seattle Times ● May 21, 2021
According to the Post, Kelly has been restricting Trump’s “campaign-trail buddies” from seeing him.
From Salon ● Sep. 1, 2017
