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The February data is likely to show that inflation remained stable at 1.6% as food prices have been well-contained, while non-subsidized fuel prices saw a slight uptick, ANZ economists said.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 13, 2026

Sayeh said Tanzania's risk of debt distress remains moderate, but it was vital to continue prioritizing low-interest financing and ensure that risks from potential liabilities were well-contained.

From Reuters • Apr. 25, 2023

When informed about the party just a few feet away, both looked shocked: For once, the odor was well-contained.

From Washington Post • Jul. 3, 2017

However, a well-contained underground test could provide little evidence.

From BBC • Jan. 6, 2016

His complexion and his soft grey eyes were alike possessed of a singular clearness, as though they were, indeed, the indices of a temperate and well-contained life.

From Berenice by Oppenheim, E. Phillips (Edward Phillips)