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This can help rein in inflation by making imports cheaper.

From BBC ● Nov. 5, 2026

The new sheriff also will be expected to rein in the department’s budget, which has experienced ballooning overtime costs as sworn vacancies have risen markedly under both sheriffs.

From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 4, 2026

The troops are not operating under a UN framework and the scale of the deployment has raised concerns that their presence could add havoc to efforts to rein in the gangs.

From Barron's ● Oct. 30, 2026

Congress has long pushed to rein in the stablecoin industry.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 15, 2026

When she saw him rein in beside Lord Beric to exchange words, it made Sansa feel ever so proud.

From "A Game of Thrones" by George R.R. Martin


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