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She was admired for her restrained behavior.
a restrained style of architecture
The room was decorated with restrained colors.
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Interiors are restrained and contemporary, with warm woods, soft natural light, and an openness that keeps the focus on the outdoors.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
There are no flashy logos or overpowering buckles, giving the bag a restrained quality that lets the unique shape be the star.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Investigators say the 12-year-old girl alleged she was taken to a community garden in Overtown, restrained and then raped.
—Peter D'oench, CBS News, 1 June 2026
And compared to other Republicans with an independent streak, McConnell’s commentary looks pretty restrained.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2026
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 2 June 2026
There are no flashy logos or overpowering buckles, giving the bag a restrained quality that lets the unique shape be the star.
—Tanya Sharma, PEOPLE, 1 June 2026
Investigators say the 12-year-old girl alleged she was taken to a community garden in Overtown, restrained and then raped.
—Peter D'oench, CBS News, 1 June 2026
And compared to other Republicans with an independent streak, McConnell’s commentary looks pretty restrained.
—David Sivak, The Washington Examiner, 31 May 2026
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“Restrained.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restrained. Accessed 5 Jun. 2026.
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