maximum restraint

collocation in English

meaningsofmaximumandrestraint

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maximum
adjective
uk
/ˈmæk.sɪ.məm/us
/ˈmæk.sə.məm/
being the largest amount or number allowed ...
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restraint
noun
uk
/rɪˈstreɪnt/us
/rɪˈstreɪnt/
calm and ...
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(Definition ofmaximumandrestraintfrom theCambridge English Dictionary© Cambridge University Press)

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They call for good will on both sides and themaximumrestrainton all sides so as not to aggravate an already delicate situation.
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I am happy that there has beenmaximumrestraint; indeed, that is the minimum that can be expected.
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They underline the obligation to exercisemaximumrestraintand to avoid actions that can only lead to a further deterioration of the situation.
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However, the need for exercising themaximumrestraintin our energy consumption remains as important as ever.
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But we had to couple our consideration with a recognition of the need for themaximumrestraintin public expenditure.
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We know that there will be problems and that there will have to bemaximumrestraint.
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We have made clear our view that all involved should exercise themaximumrestraint.
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In regard to wages, we feel that themaximumrestraintis needed.
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We hope that themaximumrestraintwill be shown by all the parties on the many emotional issues involved in this conflict.
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That brings me to my central point, namely, that we must clearly havemaximumrestrainton the common price of milk.
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Our aims must be, first, to see that our producers receive a living—and a good living—and, secondly, to safeguard the interests of the consumer by themaximumrestraintupon prices.
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My aim at this year's price negotiations was to achieve themaximumrestrainton common support prices and the increases finally agreed were the lowest for several years.
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Calls furthermore for the exercise of themaximumrestraintto contribute towards the establishment of peace; 5.
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Even themaximumrestraintcells were requisitioned for temporary use.
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We are calling on the authorities to exercisemaximumrestraintand desist from any acts that could cause further violence.
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We urge both sides to exercisemaximumrestraintto avoid an escalation, and maintain the ceasefire that is now in place.
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