Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
stem-the-tide
idiomatic expression
/stɛm ðə taɪd/
Definition
To stop or slow down a process that is likely to lead to a negative outcome.
Examples
- The town implemented new measures to stem the tide of pollution in the river.
- She worked hard to stem the tide of layoffs that were affecting the company.
- Efforts to stem the tide of misinformation on social media have become increasingly important.
Meaning
The phrase refers to the action of preventing something undesirable from getting worse or more widespread.
Synonyms
- halt the flow
- stop the trend
- contain the situation
- curb the expansion
