Definition of Restraint
Restraint
re·straint
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(noun)
The act of controlling or limiting something, especially one's emotions or behavior.
e.g. She showed remarkable restraint in not responding to the provocative comment.
(noun)
a control over one's expression of emotions and behavior; self-control;
e.g. I urge restraint on your emotions, and try to encourage solidarity.
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