Synonyms of restricts

restricts

verb

present tense third-person singular of restrict

as in limits

to set bounds or an upper limit for

will restrict access to the laboratory

Synonyms & Similar Words

• limits
• tightens
• confines
• hinders
• circumscribes
• impedes
• caps
• obstructs
• suppresses
• narrows
• hampers
• blocks
• constricts
• holds down
• modifies
• lessens
• represses
• squeezes
• bars
• numbers
• contracts
• pinches
• qualifies
• quells

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• exceeds
• expands
• widens
• broadens
• overreaches
• overextends

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of restricts

That is because Quero is battling biceps soreness, which restricts him to DH duties for a couple of weeks. — Ken Rosenthal, New York Times, 2 Aug. 2026

Placing anything too close to an AC unit restricts airflow, forcing the unit to work harder to release heat and cool your home. — Brandee Gruener, Southern Living, 1 Aug. 2026

Currently, state law restricts open carry of firearms only in public buildings with security measures like metal detectors and guards. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 31 July 2026

There’s no real proof that the practice burdens or restricts US commerce. — Morgan Chalfant, semafor.com, 31 July 2026

Separately, a law championed by Foreign Minister Antonio Tajani that restricts citizenship transmission through more distant generations has been referred to the European Union’s Court of Justice, with proceedings expected next year. — ABC News, 29 July 2026

Monday’s announcement further restricts the legal pathways for immigrants. — Mathew Miranda, Sacbee.com, 28 July 2026

There is no law in Broward County that restricts no-cash purchases. — Miami Herald Archives, Miami Herald, 28 July 2026

The city says state law prevents it from setting wages for private companies such as airlines, and a new provision in the state budget further restricts what local officials can do for contract workers. — Dj Simmons july 27, Charlotte Observer, 27 July 2026