restricted
adjective
re·strict·ed
ri-ˈstrik-təd 
: subject or subjected to restriction: such as
a
: not general : limited
The decision had a restricted effect.
A restricted number of students are allowed in the class.
b
: available to the use of particular groups or specifically excluding others
a restricted country club
restricted beach access
c
: not intended for general circulation or release
a restricted document
restricted information
restrictedly
adverb
Examples of restricted in a Sentence
He is on a severely restricted diet.
You have entered a restricted area.
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Internet Pro emphasizes connection stability and less restricted access to international sites.
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Authorities added an investigation is underway to determine how the security breach occurred and how the individual reached the restricted area.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
The agency urged residents, tourists and tour operators to comply with safety regulations and avoid restricted areas.
—Niniek Karmini, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
The Padres placed Cruz on the restricted list in mid-March and have declined further comment.
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Tim Lister, CNN Money, 10 May 2026
Authorities added an investigation is underway to determine how the security breach occurred and how the individual reached the restricted area.
—Bojan Stojkovski, Interesting Engineering, 10 May 2026
The agency urged residents, tourists and tour operators to comply with safety regulations and avoid restricted areas.
—Niniek Karmini, Los Angeles Times, 10 May 2026
The Padres placed Cruz on the restricted list in mid-March and have declined further comment.
—Alex Riggins, San Diego Union-Tribune, 9 May 2026
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“Restricted.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/restricted. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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