Example Sentences

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Private-credit cracks, high stock valuations and shaky IPO prospects will curb investors’ enthusiasm.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 19, 2026

Treasuries will especially benefit if physical oil supply disruptions imply that a nonspeculative rise in prices will curb consumer demand.

From Barron's • Feb. 28, 2026

Kaczmarczyk said she looks forward to being eligible to enroll in Medicare next year, hoping that will curb her health expenses.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 11, 2025

"This bill will curb those concerns – stamping out savage practices that endanger animals everywhere," he said.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

“And you. You are to address me as Madam. I expect obedience at all times. Insolence will not be tolerated, not one bit. And you will curb your tendency to talk.”

From "Chains" by Laurie Halse Anderson