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restrain
Synonyms and Antonyms of restrain
1
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
2
to take or keep under oneʼs control by authority of law
Synonym Discussion of restrain
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- restrained themselves from laughing
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- trying to check government spending
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- learn to curb your appetite
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- bridle an impulse to throw the book down
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