held in check
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In previously studied retrons, a toxic protein is already present inside an uninfected cell, but its harmful effects are held in check by short pieces of single-stranded DNA.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 31, 2026
Analysts broadly anticipate a continuation of the trends seen in recent quarters, with growth driven by capital markets activity, wealth segment revenue and credit losses that have been held in check.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
“The noise could keep Meta shares under pressure,” or at least held in check in the near term, J.P.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 27, 2026
This is partly fueled by fascination from people who’d like to see him held in check.
From Slate ● Feb. 18, 2025
The vast majority of these insects are held in check by natural forces, without any intervention by man.
From "Silent Spring" by Rachel Carson
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