shackles

the prisoner strained against his shackles, desperate for freedom.

she felt shackled by societal expectations and yearned to break free.

the company's outdated policies shackled innovation and progress.

he removed the heavy shackles from his wrists after the trial.

the artist wanted to create art that wasn't shackled by convention.

financial burdens can shackle a person's ability to pursue their dreams.

the shackles of poverty kept many families trapped in a cycle of despair.

despite the shackles of the past, she moved forward with determination.

the legal system shouldn't shackle the press from reporting the truth.

he broke free from the shackles of his abusive relationship.

the shackles of fear prevented him from taking risks.