contained
Americanadjective
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Etymology
Origin of contained
First recorded in 1400–50, contained is from the late Middle English word conteynyd. See contain, -ed 2
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A former street dog who seemingly couldn’t be contained, Anchovy Jack could even leap over fences.
From Los Angeles Times ● Nov. 3, 2026
Further information, including a recent download from Lucy's mobile phone, contained information which "we believe are relevant to the circumstances leading up to her death."
From BBC ● Oct. 31, 2026
The Los Angeles County Fire Department told The Times the fire broke out inside an auto-body shop and spread to an adjoining building that contained several businesses.
From Los Angeles Times ● Oct. 30, 2026
In 1855, British astronomer William Jacob proposed that the system contained a planet, making it the first star system to host an officially proposed exoplanet candidate.
From Science Daily ● Oct. 30, 2026
Turned low, the gas jets offered a subdued glow, their flames contained within unusual white fixtures.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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