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What is another word for handcuffs?

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Noun
Something that physically restrains freedom of movement
“The protestors refused to back down, even as they were met with the metaphorical handcuffs of government regulation.”
Verb
To impede the work or progress of
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“The complicated bureaucratic procedures continue to handcuff the efforts to improve efficiency in our organization.”
Verb
To restrain with chains or manacles
“The married traffic officer aged 34 was gunned down as he sat in his patrol car trying to handcuff the man, who had been driving a stolen BMW car in Dib Lane, Oakwood.”
Verb
To arrest or apprehend someone
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