curbing

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While the inflationary case for tightening is clear, the decision carries the risk of slowing economic growth and curbing investment just as Japan’s economic recovery was taking shape.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

Advice for curbing mindless scrolling could also include "spending more time engaged in activities that are not connected to the digital world," he said.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

China spent years curbing the growth of oil use.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 16, 2026

The 57-year-old has built a reputation as a reformer intent on curbing the waste of public money and attracting EU funds, but has been criticised for his "inflexibility".

From Barron's • Apr. 23, 2026

Biological control has achieved some of its most spectacular successes in the area of curbing unwanted vegetation.

From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson