contain
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Shipping was at a near-standstill in Belgium's port of Antwerp on Friday following an overnight oil spill, Europe's second-biggest port said as it raced to contain the risks of pollution and economic damage.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
Many common foods and seasonings, including herbs, spices, and aromatic plants, contain natural compounds known as phytochemicals that can affect inflammatory pathways.
From Science Daily • Apr. 9, 2026
There is no exact figure for the number of ballots seized, however 1,000 boxes were estimated to contain 650,000 ballots.
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026
His name appears just below Dhillon’s on filings in the department’s lawsuits demanding that states hand over voter lists that contain sensitive personal information.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 7, 2026
Somkit couldn’t contain the grin spreading over his face.
From "A Wish in the Dark" by Christina Soontornvat
Vocabulary lists containing contain
The SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words, List 4
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PARCC: Language of the Test (Grade 11)
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The New SAT: Multiple-Meaning Words
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