Example Sentences

Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.

Alberto Fujimori led Peru through the turbulent 1990s, crushing Maoist Shining Path rebels and taming hyperinflation.

From Barron's • Jun. 3, 2026

Each of those areas is packed with side quests and activities, ranging from fishing and arm wrestling to taming animals.

From BBC • Mar. 19, 2026

His remarks rocketed around social media, arresting sliding stocks and taming spiking oil prices.

From Slate • Mar. 18, 2026

Mann said the BOE could help close the “consumption gap” and boost growth by keeping its key rate high and taming inflation.

From The Wall Street Journal • Oct. 9, 2025

Factions and splinter groups had for years prevented Rome from taming the eastern territories.

From "Sterling Biographies®: Cleopatra: Egypt's Last and Greatest Queen" by Susan Blackaby