as in controls
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
try to curb your curiosity when it comes to your neighbors' business
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as in restrictions
something that limits one's freedom of action or choice
these international regulations act as a curb on the plundering of a nation's archaeological treasures
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Recent Examples of curbs
Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
Before the crash, a 911 caller reported that a driver matching Baird’s description was traveling on the wrong side of the road, ran a red light and struck curbs, the affidavit states.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
Similar curbs are also gaining traction in Europe, where regulators have called such services harmful and addictive.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Rising mineral exports curbs across Africa are upending key Chinese supply chains, and as a result sending global commodity prices soaring.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Two years later, Pyongyang started slowly easing curbs and reopening its borders.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
While the government is prioritizing supply to consumers, the curbs that were brought in after the war broke out have also restricted access for households.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Side-running bus lanes in those areas would follow a complete road reconstruction, including new sidewalks, medians, boulevards, pavements, curbs and gutters.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2026
Phase two of the construction project includes new sidewalks, curbs, ADA-compliant ramps, and traffic lights.
—Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Noun
Proposition 13 curbs property taxes by restricting the maximum rate (1%) and, more important, by limiting increases in assessed valuation (2% annually).
—Jon Coupal, Oc Register, 27 Mar. 2026
Before the crash, a 911 caller reported that a driver matching Baird’s description was traveling on the wrong side of the road, ran a red light and struck curbs, the affidavit states.
—Austin Sanders, Austin American Statesman, 18 Mar. 2026
Similar curbs are also gaining traction in Europe, where regulators have called such services harmful and addictive.
—Bloomberg, Mercury News, 18 Mar. 2026
Rising mineral exports curbs across Africa are upending key Chinese supply chains, and as a result sending global commodity prices soaring.
—Jeronimo Gonzalez, semafor.com, 16 Mar. 2026
Two years later, Pyongyang started slowly easing curbs and reopening its borders.
—ABC News, 14 Mar. 2026
While the government is prioritizing supply to consumers, the curbs that were brought in after the war broke out have also restricted access for households.
—Priyanka Salve, CNBC, 13 Mar. 2026
Side-running bus lanes in those areas would follow a complete road reconstruction, including new sidewalks, medians, boulevards, pavements, curbs and gutters.
—Frederick Melo, Twin Cities, 10 Mar. 2026
Phase two of the construction project includes new sidewalks, curbs, ADA-compliant ramps, and traffic lights.
—Chilekasi Adele, CBS News, 10 Mar. 2026
Recent Examples of Synonyms for curbs
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Why wasn't the White House able to get both parties – both heads of the party the president controls on the same page?—
CBS News,
CBS News,
29 Mar. 2026
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Who controls what regions of the moon?—
Space.com Staff,
Space.com,
28 Mar. 2026
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Colorado officials argued that the law − which is similar to restrictions in about half the states – regulates professional conduct, not speech.—
Maureen Groppe,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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Regional restrictions may apply.—
Kilty Cleary,
MSNBC Newsweek,
31 Mar. 2026
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Under Oregon law, the Oregon State Lottery, which regulates sports betting in the state, is not supposed to let DraftKings offer iGaming.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
30 Mar. 2026
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Type 1 diabetes is a chronic autoimmune condition in which the body doesn’t produce enough insulin, a hormone produced in the pancreas that regulates blood sugar.—
Madison Dapcevich,
Outside,
28 Mar. 2026
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That could mean a delay of hours, days or longer depending on scheduling and technical constraints.—
Brandi D. Addison,
USA Today,
1 Apr. 2026
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With production pipelines in some regions backlogged due to capacity constraints, AI automation tools are enabling faster asset and scene creation.—
Naman Ramachandran,
Variety,
1 Apr. 2026
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The Frick contains an impressive collection of paintings by old masters (Bellini, Rembrandt, Vermeer, Gainsborough, Goya, Whistler), as well as European sculpture, fine furniture, and decorative arts.—
Condé Nast,
Condé Nast Traveler,
30 Mar. 2026
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In addition, there's a spine pod that contains a satellite link that allows the aircraft to upload and download reams of data.—
David Szondy
March 29,
New Atlas,
29 Mar. 2026
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While Fisher’s athleticism leaves a lot to be desired, his high IQ and ability to diagnose from the middle make up for athletic limitations with an extra step on breaking up an offensive rhythm.—
Nick Harris,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
27 Mar. 2026
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That said, there are some important limitations to know.—
Angelica Leicht,
CBS News,
27 Mar. 2026
Verb
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At certain points in the novel, that distance calcifies and restrains his writing.—
Taran Dugal,
New Yorker,
4 Mar. 2026
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And most of the officials agreed that the Fed’s key rate is close to a level that neither stimulates nor restrains the economy.—
Christopher Rugaber,
Los Angeles Times,
19 Feb. 2026
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Some commissioners say the sheriff's office keeps overspending.—
Ubah Ali,
CBS News,
31 Mar. 2026
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Inside, the home is designed around an open main living space that keeps sightlines toward the water and bridge.—
David Caraccio,
Sacbee.com,
31 Mar. 2026
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“Curbs.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/curbs. Accessed 3 Apr. 2026.
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