RESTRICTED Synonyms: 121 Similar and Opposite Words

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adjective

ri-ˈstrik-təd

Definition of restricted

as in limited

having distinct or certain limits the public is allowed some restricted access to the government-owned land

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verb

past tense of restrict

as in confined

to set bounds or an upper limit for will restrict access to the laboratory

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As a restricted free agent, Duren has less flexibility than unrestricted free agents like James, because the incumbent Detroit Pistons can match any offer sheet Duren signs with another team and thus retain him. — Peter Sblendorio, New York Daily News, 29 June 2026 In a separate interview, another person familiar with the situation — who has been involved in past intelligence investigations involving Venezuelan officials — offered additional allegations about the restricted zone. — Antonio María Delgado, Miami Herald, 2 July 2026

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Smoking in Public Following a change to public health laws in 2020, smoking is pretty tightly restricted in Japan to prevent second-hand exposure. — Jessica Kozuka, Travel + Leisure, 4 July 2026 Effective July 1, borrowing is restricted to $20,500 annually, with a $100,000 cap. — Kevinisha Walker, Los Angeles Times, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for restricted

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The department’s limited release of materials prompted outcry and lawsuits from people saying the department was acting to protect rich and powerful people mentioned in the files.

— Aysha Bagchi, USA Today, 3 July 2026
But the Idaho side never found the back of the net again while Knoxville proved lethally efficient with its limited opportunities.

— Idaho Statesman, Idaho Statesman, 3 July 2026

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