Constrain vs. Restrain
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Difference Between Constrain and Restrain
Constrainverb
(transitive) To force physically, by strong persuasion or pressuring; to compel; to oblige.
Restrainverb
(transitive) To control or keep in check.
Constrainverb
(transitive) To keep within close bounds; to confine.
Restrainverb
(transitive) To deprive of liberty.
Constrainverb
(transitive) To reduce a result in response to limited resources.
Restrainverb
(transitive) To restrict or limit.
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Constrainverb
hold back
Restrainverb
keep under control; keep in check;
suppress a smileKeep your temperkeep your coolConstrainverb
restrict;
Tighten the rulesstiffen the regulationsRestrainverb
place limits on (extent or access);
restrict the use of this parking lotlimit the time you can spend with your friendsRestrainverb
to close within bounds, limit or hold back from movement;
This holds the local until the express passengers change trainsAbout a dozen animals were held inside the stockadeThe illegal immigrants were held at a detention centerThe terrorists held the journalists for ransomRestrainverb
hold back
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Restrainverb
to compel or deter by or as if by threats
