Example Sentences

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But I had assumed that the checks and balances built into the American system would have restrained executive powers.

From Barron's • Jan. 22, 2026

Councillors were also found to have restrained officers’ freedom to carry out operational duties by “heavy direction and oversight”.

From BBC • Dec. 5, 2023

U.S. oil producers have restrained spending and scaled back production growth in favor of investor returns.

From Reuters • Mar. 6, 2023

His father, Jakkrit Klundee, said he thought the police officers should have restrained each other and that the family will seek compensation from the police department.

From Seattle Times • Jun. 8, 2022

With such an appointment as mine, no living man could have restrained himself from anticipating the time.

From The Bandolero A Marriage among the Mountains by Reid, Mayne