Embargo / Embargoes
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The term "restraints imposed" is a subject noun and verb, part of a sentence or a clause.The noun "restraints" is the plural form of the singular noun "restraint".
Inhibitions
Trenton
arogsy
That would be a fleet.
Argosy
Merchant vessels sailing together was known as a convoy, much used in World War II, with escorting warships, and aircraft when possible.
Orchard Cook has written: 'Mr. Cook's motion for arming merchant vessels' -- subject(s): Armed merchant ships, Merchant ships
I believe that RMS stands for Royal Merchant Ship.
To patrol (look for) merchant vessels in the sea lanes.
Substantive restraints are procedural restraints used when consulting the US Bill of Rights. Substantive restraints are not usually physical restraints.