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in check
adjective as in restrained
Example Sentences
Despite all he amassed, though, Combs couldn’t keep his violence in check.
They want me to agree that keeping Russian aggression in check by helping Ukraine’s defense is a waste of American treasure.
Journalists telling the fire story to the nation are keeping emotions in check as they deal with the massive losses, and requests to check if friends’ homes are still standing.
We found that our gut environment — shaped by things like diet — plays a big role in keeping potentially harmful bacteria in check.
Dr Phillips and his research partner Peter Timms have now submitted their vaccine to the federal regulator for approval but say they're keeping their hopes in check.
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From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
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