Confine to Meaning in English
expression
التعريف
To keep something or someone within certain limits or boundaries, or to restrict them to a particular place or activity.
الاستخدام والفروق الدقيقة
Used in formal and semi-formal contexts. Often followed by a noun or gerund: 'confine to bed', 'confine to certain areas'. Implies restriction, not just general location. Avoid using for people unless they are restricted (e.g. 'confined to a wheelchair'), not just situated.
جمل نموذجية
He was confined to his house during the storm.
basic
Please confine your answers to one page.
basic
The animals are confined to a small area in the zoo.
basic
After his surgery, James was confined to bed for two weeks.
natural
Let's not confine the discussion to just one topic.
natural
Her interests aren’t confined to science; she loves art as well.
natural