Example Sentences

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"My concern about it is it will restrain certain people from voting," Sir John said.

From BBC • Jul. 12, 2022

The higher policy rate will make buying a home or expanding a business more expensive, which will restrain spending and slow the broader economy.

From New York Times • Jun. 16, 2022

In my view, not only is it unrealistic to think we will restrain ourselves from replying, it is also undesirable.

From Scientific American • Aug. 8, 2018

“We assume that voters will restrain the growth of government because it becomes burdensome to them personally,” DeMint said.

From Salon • Nov. 13, 2015

"Wait; I have for you the most delicious drink if you will restrain your impatience a moment longer."

From The Magic Soap Bubble by Jones, E. I.