in check
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He kept his emotions in check and all the experience he has gained in the last few years, developing his game, it was brilliant.
From BBC • May 18, 2026
By keeping the population of mid-level predators in check, they help protect resources lower down on the food chain — allowing vegetation, streamside habitat and other wildlife species to thrive.
From Los Angeles Times • May 16, 2026
The labor market also is being held in check by softer population growth after the federal government scaled back immigration targets.
From The Wall Street Journal • May 8, 2026
The past booms and busts within the memory market have kept Micron’s stock multiple in check despite soaring near-term earnings.
From MarketWatch • May 4, 2026
But we try to keep them in check.
From "Our America: Life and Death on the South Side of Chicago" by LeAlan Jones
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