Curfew
/ˈkɜːrfjuː/
Definitions
- (n.) An official order restricting people's movement during specified hours, typically at night.
The city imposed a curfew from 10 p.m. to 5 a.m. to maintain public order.
Forms
- curfews
Commentary
Curfews are often enacted during emergencies to ensure safety and control public behavior.
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