curb
Example Sentences
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Mudavadi said Kenya was working closely with Russia on curbing illegal recruitment practices, including discussions on visa policy and bilateral labour agreements excluding military conscription.
From BBC
The cooperative, which also trains farmers on curbing excessive use of fertilisers and pesticides, has expanded its operations with the help of external investment.
From Barron's
On Monday, heavy rainfall pummeled Southern California, flooding streets and curbs with several inches of water.
From Los Angeles Times
The central bank typically raises rates at least twice to curb inflation.
Both of them plopped into their seat as the bus pulled away from the curb.
From Literature
From Roget's 21st Century Thesaurus, Third Edition Copyright © 2013 by the Philip Lief Group.
