well-contained
- a word derived from contained.
Example Sentences
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The good news is that labor costs more broadly appear well-contained.
From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026
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
And he, playing with cool mastery and well-contained judgment on the political instrument fate had placed in his hands, announced himself as the man of peace, of reform, of strong civil government, of republican virtue.
From The French Revolution A Short History by Johnston, R. M. (Robert Matteson)
