reins (in)

Definition of reins (in)next
present tense third-person singular of rein (in)

Example Sentences

Recent Examples of Synonyms for reins (in)
Verb
  • Kash explains that turmeric contains a specific type of polyphenol called curcumin, which is known for its anti-inflammatory properties (and is what gives the spice its bright yellow color).
    Marie Bladt, Vogue, 11 Aug. 2026
  • The Tampico-Misantla basin contains 20 Tcf of unconventional gas, which may not be critical to supply Mexico.
    Ian Dexter Palmer, Forbes.com, 11 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The doctor controls the blade or needle under high magnification.
    Connie Etemadi, USA Today, 10 Aug. 2026
  • The creator still controls the cadence, message, delivery and final cut.
    Taylor Reilly, Forbes.com, 10 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • The crematory agreed to shut down its operations amid a probe by the Illinois State Comptroller's office, which regulates the cremation industry.
    Todd Feurer, CBS News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Utah has been on the front lines of a battle between states and the federal government over who regulates the markets and whether they should be considered finance or gambling.
    ABC News, ABC News, 5 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Cohen said yielding ground to Iran would be difficult for the president, even if the conflict keeps gasoline prices elevated and poses problems for Republicans in November’s midterm elections.
    ABC News, ABC News, 7 Aug. 2026
  • Journal, rest, take a silent walk, or name the thought that keeps circling.
    Tarot.com, Chicago Tribune, 7 Aug. 2026
Verb
  • Elsewhere on the canvas, Cassatt restrains herself to match Katherine’s discipline.
    Carmen Rosenberg-Miller, Artforum, 6 Aug. 2026
  • Remarkably, state law also severely restrains cities and counties from setting their own regulations, giving local leaders little sway over local gun policies.
    Kacen Bayless, Kansas City Star, 17 June 2026
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“Reins (in).” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/reins%20%28in%29. Accessed 12 Aug. 2026.

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