in check

Example Sentences

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Concerns of an oil-supply glut had been keeping oil prices and U.S. inflation in check — at least until investors started factoring in a potential conflict with Iran.

From MarketWatch

The smell washed over me a moment later, and I had to swallow hard to get my gag reflex in check.

From Literature

The state Constitution’s strong equal protection clause has kept most districts in check for years, Lhamon said.

From Los Angeles Times

Still, a key force keeping consumer price inflation in check in recent years has been softness in goods prices, Parnell says.

From Barron's

On the other hand, geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and Iran are keeping risk appetite in check.

From Barron's