Synonyms of curbing

curbing

verb

present participle of curb

as in regulating

to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)

try to curb your curiosity when it comes to your neighbors' business

Synonyms & Similar Words

• regulating
• controlling
• containing
• keeping
• restraining
• suppressing
• measuring
• inhibiting
• taming
• stifling
• governing
• constraining
• stopping
• checking
• holding
• ruling
• bridling
• pulling in
• interrupting
• swallowing
• repressing
• hindering
• blocking
• impeding
• reining (in)
• strangling
• hampering
• smothering
• obstructing
• arresting
• choking (back)
• holding back
• squelching
• silencing
• bottling (up)
• muffling
• sinking
• mincing
• pocketing
• muzzling
• handcuffing
• gagging

Antonyms & Near Antonyms

• losing
• loosening
• liberating
• expressing
• venting
• unleashing
• airing
• taking out
• loosing

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of curbing

Over those years, a growing refrain in the business has been that some movie stars have kneecapped their ability to open films by signing on to streaming productions, curbing consumers’ association of them with theaters. — J. Kim Murphy, IndieWire, 6 Nov. 2026

But don't be confused — this isn't a referendum on curbing sports dynasties. — Alex Sherman, CNBC, 6 Nov. 2026

The New York City Council will hold an emergency oversight hearing to discuss new strategies for curbing lithium-ion battery fires in the wake of a pair of devastating infernos in Brooklyn and the Bronx that together claimed 10 lives. — Colin Mixson, New York Daily News, 6 Nov. 2026

His 2026 campaign has focused on curbing violence, immigration and stopping democratic socialism. — Todd Feurer, CBS News, 3 Nov. 2026

Montana’s century-old fight against corporate interests Montana has tried curbing corporate influence in elections before. — Mia Osmonbekov, Fortune, 3 Nov. 2026

Biotech companies like Eli Lilly and Altimmune are testing drugs for their effect at curbing alcohol cravings. — Elizabeth Cooney, STAT, 22 Oct. 2026

My number one priority is curbing the overdevelopment that is ravaging Tavares. — Orlando Sentinel Staff, The Orlando Sentinel, 22 Oct. 2026

For the model—who has been open about her struggles with everything from acne to curbing anxiety with positive self-talk—a good skin-care routine goes hand in hand with both her mental health and the beauty of aging. — Margaux Anbouba, Vogue, 20 Oct. 2026