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US/rɪˈstrɪkt/
UK/rɪˈstrɪkt/
to limit the size, amount or range of something, or what someone can do
In context
The city restricts trucks from entering the center during the day.
Parents should restrict the time children spend on phones.
Entry to this area is restricted to staff only.
Words that go with restrict
verb + noun
- restrict accessThe website restricts access to members.
- restrict the useThe school restricts the use of phones in class.
- restrict movementThe injury restricts movement in his arm.
verb + preposition
- restricted toParking is restricted to residents.
adverb + verb
- severely restrictThe new rules severely restrict travel.