The use of the word "RESTRICT"

[Tom]

Hi

(Use of restrict)

Would you please tell me if the following sentence sounds correct, natural and OK to you--especially the "from" part?

[Yankee]

Hi Tom

I have some discomfort with your sentence.

First of all, it would be more common to say "mix with people".

Second, I would prefer "... was preventing her from achieving her goal".

I might say "... was restricting her achievements".
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[Alan]

Hi Tom,

The sense of 'restricting' invariably points to some external force whereas the reference to inability to mix with people or socialize usually indicates an internal matter. In that context I would offer - inhibiting.

Alan
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[Tom]