held in check
Example Sentences
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The labor market is held in check by subdued economic growth, U.S. policy shifts, and softer population growth from reduced immigration.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
One issue is that the company’s near-term growth prospects are somewhat held in check by supply constraints.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 15, 2026
The Nittany Lions managed only 85 rushing yards as part of an offense that was held in check for much of the game.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 7, 2024
"The immune system is held in check most of the time," Vakoc says.
From Science Daily • Feb. 20, 2024
But on this morning the temperature was held in check by a biting wind that gusted down from the upper mountain, creating a windchill that dipped to perhaps forty below zero.
From "Into Thin Air" by Jon Krakauer
