RESTRICTIVELY Synonyms: 9 Similar and Opposite Words

restrictively

adverb

as in selectively

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Recent Examples of restrictively In addition to reform laws, some state supreme courts interpret the eminent domain provisions of their own state constitutions more restrictively. — Aaron Walayat, The Conversation, 16 July 2026 Countering these threats with missiles is restrictively expensive, requiring a cheaper alternative ASAP. — Christopher McFadden, Interesting Engineering, 9 May 2026 The analysis provides a range because uncertainty remains about how restrictively administration officials will enact the policies. — Stuart Anderson, Forbes.com, 20 Jan. 2026 For those who have spent that money, the stakes are restrictively high. — Senior Wine Critic, San Francisco Chronicle, 19 Aug. 2022

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It can be selectively leaked, strategically timed and framed to benefit the institution or official providing it.

— Dan Zaksheske OutKick, FOXNews.com, 28 July 2026
Lechner pointed out that Lindt had selectively lower prices in key markets such as Germany and Switzerland, particularly over Christmas, to support consumer demand during its most important season.

— Sawdah Bhaimiya, CNBC, 26 July 2026

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And fans were treated to countless premieres and special events, like when filmmaker Quentin Tarantino personally welcomed audiences to his 2019 feature Once Upon a Time in Hollywood.

— Mandalit del Barco, NPR, 31 July 2026
The one legal exception to this permanent rollback is if the governor personally restores an individual’s right to vote.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026

Definition of personally

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It’s made with red, white, and blue fabric tulips that are individually shaped for a natural look.

— Stephanie Osmanski, Better Homes & Gardens, 31 July 2026
Youngkin moved to require felons released from prison to apply individually for the restoration of their voting rights, rather than having the administration automatically grant them.

— Molly Parks, The Washington Examiner, 31 July 2026

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