Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
rein-in
verb
/ˈreɪn ˌɪn/
Definition
To control or limit something, particularly an action or behavior.
Examples
- She needed to rein-in her spending to save money for a vacation.
- The manager had to rein-in expectations for the project’s timeline.
- He decided to rein-in his emotions during the heated discussion.
Meaning
Rein-in means to reduce the scope or intensity of something, often by applying restraint or discipline.
Synonyms
- Restrict
- Control
- Limit
- Curb
- Constrain
