CONFINEMENTS Synonyms: 36 Similar and Opposite Words

confinements

noun

plural of confinement

as in captivities

the act of confining or the state of being confined some wild animals take to confinement very poorly

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the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries the confinement of commercial development to one stretch of roadway is intended to help preserve the town's rural character

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Recent Examples of confinements Throughout these pages, Hutchinson expresses a deep love of prose, of its grand possibilities and subtle confinements. — Emma Alpern, Vulture, 2 Dec. 2025

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Noun

Part of the Measure J mandate passed by voters in 2020 is to reduce incarcerations by adding more interdictions by substance abuse and mental health counselors, when there’s no weapon involved or violent threat.

— Steve Scauzillo, Daily News, 11 Aug. 2026
One 2025 study found that these waivers may be tied to fewer hospitalizations, emergency department visits, and incarcerations among adults with serious mental illness.

— Helen Santoro, Denver Post, 29 June 2026

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But their presence in the North Carolina beverage market is facing an uncertain future as lawmakers consider tighter restrictions on hemp products.

— Evan Moore November 12, Charlotte Observer, 12 Nov. 2026
The restrictions exist to grab attention, educate riders, and improve overall safety.

— Larry Seward, CBS News, 11 Nov. 2026

Definition of restrictions

Noun

Investigators faced several limitations, including numerous possible sources, items no longer available for testing and delays between exposure and sampling.

— Melissa Rudy, FOXNews.com, 11 Nov. 2026
As renters, there were naturally limitations on what could be achieved.

— Leonora Epstein, Architectural Digest, 11 Nov. 2026

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