1. the act of controlling or limiting someone or something
2. calm and controlled behavior; self-control
3. a device or measure that restricts movement or freedom

Examples

• The police used physical restraint to subdue the suspect.
• She showed great restraint by not responding to the insult.
• Budget restraints forced the company to cut expenses.
• The patient was placed in restraints for safety reasons.
• He exercised restraint when choosing his words carefully.
• Government restraints on trade affected the economy.
• Her artistic restraint made the painting more powerful.