CIRCUMSCRIBES Synonyms: 42 Similar and Opposite Words

circumscribes

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present tense third-person singular of circumscribe

as in restricts

to set bounds or an upper limit for circumscribed his enthusiasm so as not to make the losing side feel worse

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to mark the limits of Lake Michigan circumscribes the city of Chicago on the east

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The notice cited the campus’ time, place and manner policy which restricts when, where and how students can hold protests and stated that sanctions up to expulsion may be imposed if the student is found responsible.

— Tarini Mehta, Sacbee.com, 2 Oct. 2026
From ancient times, various monastic orders have followed a more expansive form of brahmacharya, one that restricts eight types of engagement with the opposite gender.

— Bhakti Mamtora, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026

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The Mayo Clinic defines the mental health condition as typically marked by hallucinations, delusions, depression, and mania.

— Leigh Blickley, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Sep. 2026
The former shoe, which lacks the gel Swoosh on its profile that defines the latter, was originally designed with Scottie Pippen in mind.

— Ian Servantes, Footwear News, 29 Sep. 2026

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Brazilian law limits presidents to two consecutive terms, but Lula left office before his current tenure.

— Eléonore Hughes, Los Angeles Times, 3 Oct. 2026
The festival once drew about 100,000 visitors, but its present, smaller location limits the number of visitors and balloons, organizers said.

— Joe Marusak, Charlotte Observer, 2 Oct. 2026

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The ordinance, which passed in a 4-3 vote, tightens rules for how personal electric vehicles can be operated, including where they can be ridden, speed restrictions, equipment requirements and penalties for violations.

— Noah Daly, Idaho Statesman, 23 Sep. 2026
The rise in yields tightens financial conditions and makes the cost of borrowing more expensive.

— John Towfighi, CNN Money, 23 Sep. 2026

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