contain
Example Sentences
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DR Congo will be competitive but they still might struggle to contain Portugal's midfield, which is eye-wateringly good.
From BBC • Jun. 10, 2026
All of the experts I spoke with emphasized that responding well is necessary not just to save lives but also to contain the spread—a priority of governments the world over.
From Slate • Jun. 9, 2026
They worry that if they wait for evidence from the next round of wage negotiations, it will be too late to contain inflation.
From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 8, 2026
Concern has grown over disposable children’s diapers, many of which contain chemicals, plastics and other ingredients linked to health and environmental risks.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 8, 2026
Penelope could barely contain her excitement—was it possible that the Incorrigibles’ mother was living someplace nearby?
From "The Unseen Guest" by Maryrose Wood
Vocabulary lists containing contain
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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The New SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words
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