restricting

[ri-strik-ting]

restricting Definition

  • 1to limit or control something or someone
  • 2to prevent something from growing or increasing

Using restricting: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "restricting" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The new law is aimed at restricting the sale of tobacco to minors.

  • Example

    The company is restricting its employees' access to social media during work hours.

  • Example

    The tight budget is restricting our ability to hire more staff.

restricting Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for restricting

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Summary: restricting in Brief

The verb 'restricting' [ri-strik-ting] means to limit or control something or someone, or to prevent something from growing or increasing. It is often used in the context of laws, policies, or budgets that place limitations on certain activities or resources. Examples include 'The new law is aimed at restricting the sale of tobacco to minors' and 'The tight budget is restricting our ability to hire more staff.' Synonyms for 'restricting' include 'limiting' and 'constraining,' while antonyms include 'expanding' and 'liberating.'