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1
the checking of one's true feelings and impulses when dealing with others
- it will take a great deal of restraint to keep from telling her how ugly that dress is
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2
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
- civil libertarians contend that the new laws place too many restraints on our constitutionally guaranteed rights
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3
the power to control one's actions, impulses, or emotions
- he shows very little restraint or tact when expressing his opinions about others
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The first known use of restraint was in the 15th century
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