restraint

Definition

  • noun: a way of limiting, controlling, or stopping something
  • noun: an act of 'restraining'
  • usually plural
  • synonyms: confinement, stop, check

Examples

  • I know you like to shop, but you need to exercise/show some 'self-restraint'.

  • The government has acted with 'restraint' in dealing with this crisis.

  • The government has placed/put/imposed 'restraints on' imports.

Movie clips

Movie quotes

  • (..) Well, let's see if I can get a smile from these femininas. Hey, ladies. It's a Saab . What do you think? Can I interest you in a little supplemental restraint? I think the candy comes out over there. People drop change down here, Jerry. And they're too lazy to pick it up. (..)
    1998 TvShow: Seinfeld Title: The Dealership Season: 9 Episode 11