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Verbs of Power Relations - Verbs for Restriction

Here you will learn some English verbs referring to restriction such as "limit", "enclose", and "circumscribe".

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Categorized English Verbs Denoting Power Relations
to limit
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to set restrictions on the extent or access of something

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to bring someone or something under control through laws and rules

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to circle around someone or something, putting pressure on them to give up

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to create a circular shape around someone or something

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to surround a place with a fence, wall, etc.

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to limit the power, freedom, or activity of something to a set of boundaries

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to confine something to a specific area or region

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to border
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to form a boundary around something

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to ring
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to form a circular shape around something

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to wall
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to surround an area with a protective barrier or structure

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to circle
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to form a rounded shape around something

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to hedge
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to create an obstacle or restriction, hindering movement or impact

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to gird
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to encircle or bind with something round, often for support or protection

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to hem in
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to encircle someone or something in a way that restricts their movement or choices

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to fringe
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to encircle something

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