REINED (IN) Synonyms: 52 Similar and Opposite Words

reined (in)

verb

past tense of rein (in)

as in contained

to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression) try to rein in your spending, so you have some money left for saving

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The papers are said to have contained highly sensitive information, some likely supplied by Germany’s intelligence partners – so the affair could have serious international ramifications at a time when Europe is facing grave security threats.

— The Week UK, TheWeek, 17 Oct. 2026
Failure by itself did not create an advantage, but previous performance still contained useful information about what a founder might do next.

— Bernardo Saraiva, Forbes.com, 16 Oct. 2026

Definition of contained

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Supplements, on the other hand, are regulated under the Dietary Supplement Health and Education Act of 1994, which holds manufacturers responsible for ensuring that their supplements are safe and properly labeled.

— Andrew Yockey, Fortune, 15 Oct. 2026
Like other supplements, creatine is not FDA-regulated for safety and effectiveness, so the onus is on the consumer to choose a trustworthy brand.

— Maggie Ryan, Flow Space, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of regulated

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And insurers controlled by former Los Angeles Lakers owner Mark Walter lent billions to companies tied to his financial empire, leading to lawsuits and an SEC investigation.

— Joshua Hong, Fortune, 20 Oct. 2026
Most concerning of all was Dolan’s installation of his longtime crony, Isaiah Thomas, on the board of a new corporate entity that controlled the Knicks.

— Noah Shachtman, Vanity Fair, 20 Oct. 2026

Definition of controlled

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But Netanyahu’s government wanted the existing framework kept intact, according to multiple sources who spoke to TIME, including an Israeli official and an international diplomat.

— Eric Cortellessa, Time, 18 Oct. 2026
Leavitt connected with nine different receivers and kept scrambles to a minimum, rushing just 4 times for 11 yards.

— ABC News, ABC News, 17 Oct. 2026

Definition of kept

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Corrections officials said the officers forced Olivas back into his cell and restrained him.

— Corey Schmidt, Sacbee.com, 15 Oct. 2026
In the realm of celebrities, Leoni crafted a number of custom designs for Hollywood step and repeats that leaned streamlined, unfussy, and tastefully restrained—often in her go-to shades of white or black.

— Christian Allaire, Vogue, 15 Oct. 2026

Definition of restrained

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Its president, Michael Fields, ran the campaign against the measure, which would have curbed property tax increases and allowed the state to keep more of its revenue.

— Seth Klamann, Denver Post, 8 Oct. 2026
The conflict has curbed oil supply flowing through the Middle East, thereby raising prices, and damaged refining infrastructure in the region that turns oil into products like diesel, gasoline and jet fuel.

— Greg Iacurci, CNBC, 6 Oct. 2026

Definition of curbed

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The food measured 52 degrees, time/temperature cooling not met.

— NWA Democrat-Gazette, Arkansas Online, 19 Oct. 2026
Speculators may play an important role in markets by contributing to liquidity, but success is measured over shorter time horizons and requires sophisticated risk management.

— Aneri Jambusaria, Fortune, 18 Oct. 2026

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