rein
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And after the world sank into crisis in 2008, soon after his retirement in 2006, his decision not to do anything to rein in the mortgage markets was viewed as naive.
From Barron's • Jun. 22, 2026
According to Frank, the Greenspan Fed refused to rein in such lending practices because of its chairman’s belief that markets correct their own problems more effectively than regulators can.
From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 22, 2026
As a result, these influencers often clash with their local bishops, putting up resistance when told to rein in their posting.
From Slate • Jun. 8, 2026
Middle and lower-income households are facing the most pressure, and until the war ends, “they will have little choice but to rein in their spending, weighing further on the sagging economy.”
From MarketWatch • Jun. 2, 2026
That year, Robben Island’s commanding officer was Colonel Van Aarde, a rather amiable, harmless fellow who allowed us free rein.
From "Long Walk to Freedom" by Nelson Mandela
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