Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
in-check
Phrase
/ɪn tʃɛk/
Definition
In-check refers to a state of being controlled or restrained, preventing something from becoming excessive or out of control.
Examples
- She kept her emotions in-check during the meeting.
- It’s important to keep your spending in-check to save for future goals.
- The coach emphasized the need to stay in-check with our strategies to win the game.
Meaning
Maintaining something under control or limiting it to a specific range or level.
Synonyms
- controlled
- restricted
- managed
- regulated
