Immobilizing: meaning, definitions and examples

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When access, movement, or activity is being controlled or severely reduced, often with a formal or official constraint.

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• The new regulations are restricting access to remote areas
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• They are restricting the number of visitors to the museum to ensure social distancing

When something is being restricted or controlled, typically in a way that limits actions, choices, or movements.

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• Financial problems are constraining our ability to expand the business
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• His overly strict parents are constraining his social life

When actions, options, or behaviors are being restricted in quantity, degree, or extent, often used in general or academic contexts.

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• Her busy schedule is limiting the time she can spend with her friends
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• The new law is limiting the amount of emissions companies can produce