Rein in
verb
To control or limit something.
The government has decided to rein in public spending.
Often appears as...
- rein in spending
- rein in inflation
verb
To stop a horse or similar animal by pulling the ropes attached to its face.
He reined in his horse and stopped to wait
Often appears as...
- rein in a horse
- rein in a reindeer
verb
To control or limit something.
The government has decided to rein in public spending.
Often appears as...
- rein in spending
- rein in inflation
verb
To stop a horse or similar animal by pulling the ropes attached to its face.
He reined in his horse and stopped to wait
Often appears as...
- rein in a horse
- rein in a reindeer
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Authority Figure
Often used when a person or group in power needs to limit actions, like a government or boss.
The CEO reined in the marketing department's budget due to rising costs.
Pro Tip 2/3Economic Context
Common in financial discussions, like budgets, expenses, or economic policy.
Analysts are urging the bank to rein in risky investments.
Pro Tip 3/3Figurative Use
Not just for literal control; it's also for abstract ideas, such as emotions or desires.
You need to rein in your anger before it affects your work.
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