noun 1. the act or process of restraining oneself or others.When excited, the dog was dangerous and required restraint. 2. an influence or object that holds back or controls. See the full…
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submerge
transitive verb to put or plunge under water or other fluid.The crew submerged the submarine.He submerged his feet in the warm water.Submerge the vegetables in boiling water to blanch them. intransitive verb…
grim
adjective stern and unrelenting; harsh.The generals came to a grim decision.You’ll just have to face the grim facts.These are the grim realities of life for these children. See the full entry
allege
transitive verb to state with certainty; declare.He alleged his innocence throughout his detainment. to assert in the absence of positive proof.The police alleged that the suspect had entered the home with intent…
ordinance
noun a regulation, law, decree, or rule, esp. one issued by a city or town.The ordinance forbids smoking in all public buildings. See the full entry