reined in

Example Sentences

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At the same time, the performance of the cars is also kept under consideration, and when rules change, this tends to be reined in a little, to ensure speeds do not get out of balance.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

You reined in your spending, but many people have trouble making their rent and paying for food and transportation without exceeding their income.

From MarketWatch • May 8, 2026

In fact, slightly more people described themselves as “a financial risk-taker” in December 2008 than three months earlier, even as they had already reined in the risks they were willing to take.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 17, 2026

Medvedev, who warmed up for Melbourne by winning the Brisbane title, reined in his emotions and got one break back, but Marozsan sealed the second set.

From Barron's • Jan. 23, 2026

Madame Semele reined in her mules in the meadow, where her stall would be.

From "Stardust" by Neil Gaiman