to be unable to act freely because of rules or restrictions
ルールや制限のために自由に行動できない (rūru ya seigen no tame ni jiyū ni kōdō dekinai)
"The government’s hands are tied due to international trade laws."
"政府の手は国際貿易法により縛られています。" (seifu no te wa kokusai bōeki hō ni yori shibarareteimasu.)
In a situation that is unknown or unfamiliar.
to keep something at a low level
To hear gossip or unofficial news.
to discuss or move between ideas casually
to spread kindness rapidly and uncontrollably
to create a positive image of yourself in someone's mind
