contained
Example Sentences
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The fire had burned 2,141 acres and was 30% contained as of Thursday afternoon, at which time several evacuation orders and warnings were downgraded.
From Los Angeles Times • May 22, 2026
Scientists believe early Mars once contained water filled impact craters similar to those on ancient Earth.
From Science Daily • May 22, 2026
“The result is a contained, rangebound session where dips attract interest but rallies struggle to extend as the dollar firms.”
From The Wall Street Journal • May 22, 2026
Ebola outbreaks used to be small and contained to remote rural areas.
From BBC • May 22, 2026
The parlor contained at least one sofa, a chest of drawers, and a massive wood table that sat more than thirty.
From "American Spirits" by Barb Rosenstock
