Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
lift-restrictions
verb phrase
lɪft rɪˈstrɪkʃənz
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Definition
To remove or alleviate limitations or rules that were previously imposed.
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Examples
- The government decided to lift restrictions on travel for vaccinated individuals.
- After months of waiting, the company was finally able to lift its restrictions on remote work.
- Due to improved health conditions, the city plans to lift restrictions on gatherings.
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Meaning
The act of officially allowing something that was previously prohibited or limited, often in the context of laws or regulations.
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Synonyms
- remove limitations
- lift bans
- alleviate constraints