rein
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That is the concept behind U.S. antitrust laws developed beginning in the late 19th century to rein in monopolies like Standard Oil.
From Barron's • May 2, 2026
If there is no way I can persuade you to keep a tighter rein on your finances, you could explore a middle ground.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 29, 2026
War in the Middle East had led economists to rein in growth projections for the year.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 27, 2026
But there has also been talk of cutbacks, with many parties promising to reduce the number of "quangos" and rein in the size of the public sector.
From BBC • Apr. 23, 2026
His new authority seemed to give freer rein to his mean streak.
From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover
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