Restraint (n.): calm and controlled behaviour; something that limits the freedom of someone or something, or that prevents something from growing or increasing.
- The two prisoners were kept under restraint while they were transported between prisons.
- In the face of temptation, Sarah exercised remarkable restraint, resisting the urge to indulge in the decadent desserts that adorned the buffet table. Despite the tantalizing aroma wafting through the air and the colorful array of sweets tempting her taste buds, she remained steadfast in her commitment to her health goals. With each passing moment, she reminded herself of the importance of self-discipline and the satisfaction of staying true to her intentions. Though her friends urged her to indulge, she politely declined, finding strength in her ability to exercise restraint and stay focused on her long-term well-being.