Except and Restrain

Except

Except verb - To present an opposing opinion or argument.

Restrain and except are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Restrain" instead a verb "Except".

Restrain

Restrain verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

Except and restrain are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Except" instead a verb "Restrain".

Nearby Words: restraint, restricted, restraining

Common collocations

power except power restrain power

Both words in one sentence

  • Wholesome Crossdresser She does a pretty good job of disguising it, too, except that she was unable to restrain her love for the extremely girly Idol Band, Eclipse.
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