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单词 keep a tight rein on
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keep a tight rein on

Exercise strict control over: her only chance of survival was to keep a tight rein on her feelings...
  • But while the company controls advertising and chooses programmes, the state-run TV station keeps a tight rein on news programming.
  • She's very spontaneous and can be aggressive at times, though she's usually able to keep a tight rein on that.
  • Analysts say the regime will keep a tight rein on dissidents and focus on securing social and political stability.

Synonyms

exercise strict control over, keep on a tight rein, allow little freedom to, regulate, manage, discipline, regiment, keep in line, rule with a rod of iron
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