rein in

Example Sentences

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While the Fed would be inclined to keep interest rates elevated to rein in inflation, a deteriorating economy could trigger the need for cuts.

From Barron's

The return to fighting also angered Lebanon’s government, which has struggled to rein in the group.

From The Wall Street Journal

Australian supermarket giant Woolworths has been forced to rein in an AI-powered customer service assistant after users reported it had been rambling about its mother.

From Barron's

The rebel group isn’t formally covered by the peace agreement, but Rwanda was expected to rein in its proxy.

From The Wall Street Journal

I didn’t even know I had the reins in my hands until I looked down and there they were.

From Literature