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as in constraints
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
the logging company decided to relocate to another state where there would be fewer restrictions on its operations
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as in limitations
the act or practice of keeping something (as an activity) within certain boundaries
the restriction of surfing to the southern end of the beach rankled some surfers
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Recent Examples of restrictions
Business travelers will find this especially frustrating, as even VPNs usually can’t break through these restrictions in the capital.
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Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
An Israeli source told CNN that the idea of a sunset clause has been floated in negotiations – a provision that would allow some restrictions to expire after a set number of years.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Low Mow May is a great option for those in communities with grass height restrictions and where No Mow May has not been adopted.
—Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Most Jews in South Africa came from Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia—escaping pogroms and the restrictions on their lives imposed by Czarist Russia, and attracted to South Africa by reports of newfound wealth.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The carnival also implemented additional restrictions this year, including prohibiting face coverings and banning hoodies worn over attendees' heads.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 12 May 2026
These changes can prompt temporary fishing restrictions as managers respond to health risks.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 12 May 2026
After his availability is determined, Redick said the team will discuss any potential minutes restrictions.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Most restrictions last just hours or days and cover specific geographic locations, according to the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 12 May 2026
An Israeli source told CNN that the idea of a sunset clause has been floated in negotiations – a provision that would allow some restrictions to expire after a set number of years.
—Tal Shalev, CNN Money, 12 May 2026
Low Mow May is a great option for those in communities with grass height restrictions and where No Mow May has not been adopted.
—Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 12 May 2026
Most Jews in South Africa came from Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia—escaping pogroms and the restrictions on their lives imposed by Czarist Russia, and attracted to South Africa by reports of newfound wealth.
—Literary Hub, 12 May 2026
The carnival also implemented additional restrictions this year, including prohibiting face coverings and banning hoodies worn over attendees' heads.
—Eva Andersen, CBS News, 12 May 2026
These changes can prompt temporary fishing restrictions as managers respond to health risks.
—Brandi D. Addison, USA Today, 12 May 2026
After his availability is determined, Redick said the team will discuss any potential minutes restrictions.
—Los Angeles Times, 28 Apr. 2026
Most restrictions last just hours or days and cover specific geographic locations, according to the Electronic Frontier Foundation.
—Jeremy Hsu, ArsTechnica, 28 Apr. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for restrictions
Noun
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The company has taken cues from DeepSeek's approach of delivering high-performing models under financial and technological constraints, according to cofounder and chief scientist Lin Dahua.—
Elaine Yu,
CNBC,
6 May 2026
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The constraints are less dramatic.—
Paul M. Sutter,
Scientific American,
6 May 2026
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While other states have debated — and, in Maryland’s case, passed — limitations on price surveillance, Colorado’s bill would be the strongest in the country, said Lee Hepner, a senior legal counsel for the American Economic Liberties Project.—
Seth Klamann,
Denver Post,
7 May 2026
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Saar’s leather pieces, featured prominently throughout the show, are another example of how in her hands, everyday objects extend beyond any limitations, feeling more like collage than anything else.—
Julissa James,
Los Angeles Times,
7 May 2026
Cite this Entry
“Restrictions.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/restrictions. Accessed 13 May. 2026.
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