held in check
Example Sentences
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Analysts broadly anticipate a continuation of the trends seen in recent quarters, with growth driven by capital markets activity, wealth segment revenue and credit losses that have been held in check.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
One issue is that the company’s near-term growth prospects are somewhat held in check by supply constraints.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 15, 2026
This is partly fueled by fascination from people who’d like to see him held in check.
From Slate ● Feb. 18, 2025
"The immune system is held in check most of the time," Vakoc says.
From Science Daily ● Feb. 20, 2024
He seemed frustrated, anxious, as if he wanted to explode into action and was only just being held in check.
From "Educated" by Tara Westover
