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lid

[lid] / lɪd /
NOUN
top covering
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“Refinery maintenance has wrapped up, supplies are rising, and winter demand is much lower than in summer—all of which help keep a lid on prices.”

From Barron's

That could keep a lid on the effective tariff rate in the midteens, analysts say.

From Barron's

That could keep a lid on the effective tariff rate in the midteens, analysts say.

From Barron's

The sleek blue tube and gold lid of both products look remarkably similar.

From BBC

Authorities also said they would continue to keep a tight lid on local government borrowing, pledging to diffuse risks in local governments’ financing vehicles.

From The Wall Street Journal