reins

Example Sentences

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“Today’s decision by the California Supreme Court reins in the destabilizing actions of a rogue sheriff, prohibiting him from continuing this investigation while our litigation continues,” Bonta said in a prepared statement.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

"The time is right for me to hand over the reins for the next phase of Air India's rise," said Wilson.

From BBC • Apr. 7, 2026

Walsh is expected to take over the reins at IndiGo on August 3, days after his mandate at the head of the International Air Transport Association ends on July 31.

From Barron's • Apr. 1, 2026

Asking for help and paying for advice are not the same as handing over the reins to somebody else.

From MarketWatch • Mar. 30, 2026

All that stood between Jack, May, and a death by trampling were the thin leather reins held in his grandfather’s naive hands.

From "Half Upon a Time" by James Riley