contained
Americanadjective
Other Word Forms
Etymology
Origin of contained
First recorded in 1400–50, contained is from the late Middle English word conteynyd. See contain, -ed 2
Example Sentences
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The way Spain sees it, the crisis has been contained and Ceuta is not in the Schengen zone so Moroccan migrants were never going to head for mainland Europe, unchecked.
From BBC ● Aug. 2, 2026
Investigators hope someone will recognize the writing style or other details contained in the notes and contact law enforcement.
From Salon ● Aug. 1, 2026
Even so, the discovery confirmed once again that ancient Mars contained the chemical ingredients needed to support life.
From Science Daily ● Aug. 1, 2026
The prefect of Gironde, the French region worst hit by the fires, said Friday morning that while the massive fire was "contained within its perimeter" there remained "persistent active sectors".
From Barron's ● Jul. 31, 2026
At least the fire was contained to the park!”
From "Wayward Creatures" by Dayna Lorentz
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