restrict
verb [ T ] uk/rɪˈstrɪkt/ us/rɪˈstrɪkt/
C1 限制；限定；妨碍
to limit the movements or actions of someone, or to limit something and reduce its size or prevent it from increasing
measures to restrict the sale of alcohol 限制酒类销售的措施
The government has restricted freedom of movement into and out of the country. 政府已经限制出入境自由了。
Having small children really restricts your social life. 家里有很小的孩子确实会妨碍你的社交生活。
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- The government passed a law to restrict the sale of guns.
- The new guidelines have restricted opportunities for development on the edge of the city.
- Attempts to restrict parking in the city centre have further aggravated the problem of traffic congestion.
- These laws will restrict our ancient rights and liberties.
- This lever restricts the movement of the wheel.
Phrasal verb
restrict yourself to something 约束自己不越出…的范围；将自己限制在…限度内
to limit yourself to one particular thing or activity
If I'm driving, I restrict myself to one glass of wine. 我要开车的时候，只许自己喝一杯葡萄酒。