Often used when discussing measures to control economic issues like inflation.

Economic Context

Implies a slow process, not an immediate halt.

Gradual Effect

Often suggests prevention of potentially positive events.

Used in contexts involving physical force or violence.

Conveys a sense of immediate threat, particularly to life or speech.

Used to describe an obstacle to natural or planned development.

Can be used metaphorically to describe non-physical restraints.

Indicates a hindrance to progress rather than a complete cessation.