rein in
Example Sentences
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That debate would have triggered a discussion about the cost of runaway benefits, which would have reined in the size of benefit checks long ago.
From MarketWatch
It comes amid efforts by companies and governments frequently targeted by lawsuits to rein in a barrage of litigation.
From Los Angeles Times
That marked the second increase this year and investor bets have shifted toward another rate rise in May as officials battle to rein in price pressures.
I shielded my eyes against the sun as I greeted Mr. Wong, perched on the wagon seat, reins in hand.
From Literature
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In recent years, public companies, which account for the bulk of U.S. production, have been asked by Wall Street to rein in spending and instead return cash to shareholders via buybacks and dividends.
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.