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as in to include
to have as part of a whole
the contract contains several new clauses
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as in to comprise
to be made up of
the recipe contains several parts
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as in to regulate
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
frantic efforts to contain the spread of the disease
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Recent Examples of contain
For example, foods containing the slow-release carbohydrate sweetener sucromalt help people with diabetes prevent blood sugar spikes, and hypoallergenic infant formula can be lifesaving for infants that cannot digest milk at a young age.
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Paul Dawson, The Conversation, 26 May 2025
As of Saturday evening, the blaze has been fully contained.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
Some of the pills contained a mixture of ketamine and MDMA.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2025
May contain slightly more flavonoids compared to green tea.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Paul Dawson, The Conversation, 26 May 2025
As of Saturday evening, the blaze has been fully contained.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 May 2025
Some of the pills contained a mixture of ketamine and MDMA.
—Cheyenne Roundtree, Rolling Stone, 25 May 2025
May contain slightly more flavonoids compared to green tea.
—Julie Marks, Verywell Health, 14 May 2025
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for contain
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Kelly holds a political science degree from Wichita State University.—
Matthew Kelly,
Kansas City Star,
28 May 2025
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Manufacturing has been on the decline in the United States, with only 8% of American workers holding jobs in that sector as of earlier this year compared to roughly 26% in 1970, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, And a lot has changed since 1970.—
Lisa Eadicicco,
CNN Money,
28 May 2025
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The impressive ensemble cast also includes Regina King, Margaret Qualley, Amy Brenneman, Liv Tyler, and Ann Dowd.—
Barry Levitt,
Time,
26 May 2025
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The dispute threatens to undermine the party’s standing in a state recently won by Trump and where Democrats face high-stakes statewide contests in 2026, including the race for governor.—
Samantha-Jo Roth,
The Washington Examiner,
25 May 2025
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What’s more, in a state where immigrants comprise 21.1% of the population, immigrants account for $106.3 billion of spending power and $31.4 billion in tax contributions, according to the Chamber.—
Miami Herald Editorial Board,
The Orlando Sentinel,
29 May 2025
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The foursome, who comprise the SpitLip comedy troupe, share a dry sense of humor and a penchant for talking a mile a minute.—
Rebecca Rubin,
Variety,
29 May 2025
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Photo : Chopard Choker composed of tanzanite beads (599.50 cts) featuring a floral motif in ethical 18-carat white gold set with brilliant-cut diamonds (20.79 cts).—
Justin Fenner,
Robb Report,
20 May 2025
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Rather than being confined to an application for composing code, the agent appears as just another programmer on the team.—
Jordan Novet,
CNBC,
19 May 2025
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This process helps us self-audit, regulate our practices and identify areas for improvement.—
Geoff Scott,
New York Times,
21 May 2025
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Each one shapes how we’re perceived and how others regulate their own behavior in response.—
Scott Hutcheson,
Forbes.com,
20 May 2025
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The festival boasts stunning artisan ice creams, moreish fudge, chunky flapjack and macarons for those with a sweet tooth, plus delicious drink brands with unique flavorings.—
Roger Sands,
Forbes.com,
18 May 2025
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The Oilers were built to win, and the right-wing depth chart boasted several veterans (Zach Hyman, Viktor Arvidsson, Connor Brown and Corey Perry) who were guaranteed roster spots and playing time.—
Allan Mitchell,
New York Times,
18 May 2025
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The Justice Department ended three high-profile lawsuits involving a gun parts manufacturer in a win for firearms advocates after Attorney General Pam Bondi committed to easing bureaucratic restrictions on Second Amendment rights.—
Kaelan Deese,
The Washington Examiner,
19 May 2025
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There are roughly 100 trucks involved in the daily delivery of fuel.—
Jacqueline Charles,
Miami Herald,
19 May 2025
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Things calmed down for a while, but then the Redditor found a video that was particularly invasive.—
Kimberlee Speakman,
People.com,
24 May 2025
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The labor action does not constitute a nationwide strike or work stoppage, calming the fears of businesses that use Canada Post to ship mail and parcels after a previous month-long strike hampered the 2024 holiday season.—
Glenn Taylor,
Sourcing Journal,
23 May 2025
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“Contain.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/contain. Accessed 1 Jun. 2025.
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