as in controls
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
try to curb your curiosity when it comes to your neighbors' business
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as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
these international regulations act as a curb on the plundering of a nation's archaeological treasures
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Recent Examples of curbs
Jordan Blum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Though the curbs were lowered numerous times, race organizers eventually changed the corner entirely.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The curbs mark a fresh attempt by Washington to tighten restrictions already imposed on over a thousand of Chinese firms, which the Commerce Department deemed a risk to US national security or foreign policy interests.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Mayor Dan Slater initially suggested directing staff to do that analysis while also installing rumble strips on the 200 blocks of West and East Chapman Avenue leading to the traffic circle and reflective pavement markers along the curbs, an idea suggested by Councilmember Denis Bilodeau.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Sunway has been stepping up investments in the city-state, which has recorded robust residential sales in recent months despite prevailing property curbs.
—Jonathan Burgos, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The fees don’t include what a metro district might charge to put in curbs and stormwater systems or what a fire district might charge to provide protection.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
As the day came to a close, police vehicles continued to regulate traffic, and other police agency vehicles from the region lined curbs on the campus.
—Melissa Galbraith, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
They are not allowed to jump curbs and must park on the correct side of the street, according to Tiffany Shepherd, communications officer with the Department of Public Works.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 11 Sep. 2025
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Earlier this year, India began allowing tourist visas for Chinese nationals after years of curbs.
—Jordan Blum, Fortune, 3 Oct. 2025
Though the curbs were lowered numerous times, race organizers eventually changed the corner entirely.
—Madeline Coleman, New York Times, 2 Oct. 2025
The curbs mark a fresh attempt by Washington to tighten restrictions already imposed on over a thousand of Chinese firms, which the Commerce Department deemed a risk to US national security or foreign policy interests.
—John Liu, CNN Money, 30 Sep. 2025
Mayor Dan Slater initially suggested directing staff to do that analysis while also installing rumble strips on the 200 blocks of West and East Chapman Avenue leading to the traffic circle and reflective pavement markers along the curbs, an idea suggested by Councilmember Denis Bilodeau.
—Hanna Kang, Oc Register, 26 Sep. 2025
Sunway has been stepping up investments in the city-state, which has recorded robust residential sales in recent months despite prevailing property curbs.
—Jonathan Burgos, Forbes.com, 18 Sep. 2025
The fees don’t include what a metro district might charge to put in curbs and stormwater systems or what a fire district might charge to provide protection.
—Aldo Svaldi, Denver Post, 15 Sep. 2025
As the day came to a close, police vehicles continued to regulate traffic, and other police agency vehicles from the region lined curbs on the campus.
—Melissa Galbraith, USA Today, 11 Sep. 2025
They are not allowed to jump curbs and must park on the correct side of the street, according to Tiffany Shepherd, communications officer with the Department of Public Works.
—Everett Eaton, jsonline.com, 11 Sep. 2025
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curbs
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Big, nasty and physical, Kalani Sitake’s bunch controls the ball on offense and gets it back quickly on defense.—
Kyle Newman,
Denver Post,
26 Sep. 2025
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To It Flat Iron, which controls frizz and is gentle on all hair types, at just $30.—
Alanna Martine Kilkeary,
Glamour,
26 Sep. 2025
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The new truck routes and restrictions are the result of study, coordination and collaboration between city officials, local residents, area small business owners and trucking companies, city officials said.—
Keith Matheny,
Freep.com,
3 Oct. 2025
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The program includes 20,000 scholarships, with the first 10,000 earmarked for families who meet income restrictions.—
Rachel Wegner,
Nashville Tennessean,
3 Oct. 2025
Verb
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Bifidobacterium boosts the immune system, balances inflammation, regulates metabolism and helps to digest certain carbohydrates and dietary fibers.—
Melissa Rudy,
FOXNews.com,
1 Oct. 2025
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Water regulates body temperature and lubricates your joints.—
Rebecca Valdez,
Verywell Health,
30 Sep. 2025
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According to the report, many developers face obstacles such as rising construction costs, financing constraints, labor shortages, and regulatory complexity.—
Lee Ying Shan,
CNBC,
1 Oct. 2025
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Forcing athletes to find new affordances within various constraints makes perception-action coupling more efficient.—
Jared Weiss,
New York Times,
29 Sep. 2025
Verb
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The new document contains more than 30 nonbinding recommendations.—
Judy L. Thomas,
Kansas City Star,
27 Sep. 2025
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The image itself contains little information.—
Louis Menand,
New Yorker,
27 Sep. 2025
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Move beyond your routine limitations.—
USA TODAY,
USA Today,
29 Sep. 2025
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Exceeding these limitations can lead to overheating and potential fire hazards.—
Meghan Overdeep,
Southern Living,
28 Sep. 2025
Verb
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Video shows the moment an officer in camouflage and tactical gear approaches an individual, after which another officer tackles the person, restrains them with plastic handcuffs, and leads them away.—
Hanna Park,
CNN Money,
2 Oct. 2025
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An 1878 law known as the Posse Comitatus Act generally restrains the use of the military for such purposes.—
Margaret Talbot,
New Yorker,
17 Aug. 2025
Verb
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The result is a smooth airflow that keeps the parachute steady and its descent highly predictable, even under varying conditions.—
Aamir Khollam,
Interesting Engineering,
1 Oct. 2025
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September’s Feel-Good Food Plan will be hosted by cookbook author Casey Elsass, who is sharing the dish that keeps him connected to community during the holiday season.—
Millie Peartree,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
1 Oct. 2025
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“Curbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curbs. Accessed 4 Oct. 2025.
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