1
as in holding
to have within
the top drawer of the cabinet contains my stamp collection
Synonyms & Similar Words
Relevance
2
as in including
to have as part of a whole
the contract contains several new clauses
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
3
as in comprising
to be made up of
the recipe contains several parts
Synonyms & Similar Words
4
as in composing
to gain emotional or mental control of
could hardly contain herself when she heard that she had won the scholarship
Synonyms & Similar Words
5
as in controlling
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
frantic efforts to contain the spread of the disease
Synonyms & Similar Words
Antonyms & Near Antonyms
Example Sentences
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Recent Examples of containing
Gunfire ensued when Ratliff came out of the vault with a sack containing money.
—
Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Those are akin to having put together examples of people playing a sport, some examples containing no mistakes, and other examples revealing discernable mistakes.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
American fans have the opportunity to purchase seven different CD variants, all containing collectible items such as photocards, posters, stickers and trading cards.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
The wallet is made from the animal skin drumhead of a drum carried by his regiment detailed with ink inscriptions containing a pocket-sized almanac and wartime papers inside the wallet.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 22 Dec. 2024
The Canadiens are more calculated, attacking in certain areas of the ice, and containing in others.
—Arpon Basu, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The materials will react with additional lithium-containing materials to create more tritium, which is refined and fed back into the generator to continue the reaction.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
Avoid products containing potent alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids and retinol, Galamgam said.
—Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
The pistol was loaded with a Glock magazine containing six nine-millimeter full metal jacket rounds.
—Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Michael Barnes, Austin American-Statesman, 24 Dec. 2024
Those are akin to having put together examples of people playing a sport, some examples containing no mistakes, and other examples revealing discernable mistakes.
—Lance Eliot, Forbes, 23 Dec. 2024
American fans have the opportunity to purchase seven different CD variants, all containing collectible items such as photocards, posters, stickers and trading cards.
—Thania Garcia, Variety, 23 Dec. 2024
The wallet is made from the animal skin drumhead of a drum carried by his regiment detailed with ink inscriptions containing a pocket-sized almanac and wartime papers inside the wallet.
—Ashley J. Dimella Fox News, Fox News, 22 Dec. 2024
The Canadiens are more calculated, attacking in certain areas of the ice, and containing in others.
—Arpon Basu, The Athletic, 22 Dec. 2024
The materials will react with additional lithium-containing materials to create more tritium, which is refined and fed back into the generator to continue the reaction.
—Prabhat Ranjan Mishra, Interesting Engineering, 22 Dec. 2024
Avoid products containing potent alpha hydroxy acids, beta hydroxy acids and retinol, Galamgam said.
—Andrea Chang, Los Angeles Times, 21 Dec. 2024
The pistol was loaded with a Glock magazine containing six nine-millimeter full metal jacket rounds.
—Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containing
Verb
-
This tiny spot has everything needed for relaxation—a pair of Adirondack chairs to lean back and reflect on the day and a tiny table for holding drinks and snacks.—
Libby Monteith Minor,
Southern Living,
22 Mar. 2025
-
Any incumbent party would have had trouble holding onto the White House.—
Alex Thompson,
Axios,
22 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
This year, the Chiefs have eight picks, including two in the third round, the byproduct of last year’s trade with the Tennessee Titans that centered on cornerback L’Jarius Sneed.—
Nate Taylor,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
-
Cochrane worked with other talented coaches in Spurs’ academy, including Burnley’s head coach, Scott Parker, Matt Wells — who is now Ange Postecoglou’s senior assistant — John McDermott and Chris Ramsey.—
Jay Harris,
The Athletic,
24 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
January 1, 2025, marked the official arrival of this generation, comprising those born between 2025 and 2039.—
Vibhas Ratanjee,
Forbes,
3 Jan. 2025
-
Low value components, comprising a fraction of the overall good’s value, were putting a whole manufacturing process at risk.—
Steven Dudash,
Forbes,
31 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
Seriously, had our honorable horror maestro taken a terrible tumble while composing the latest Goosebumps book?—
Mitch Wallace,
Forbes,
2 Jan. 2025
-
Consider using two hands to steady the monocular or use surrounding objects like fences or walls to lean against while composing your image.—
Matt Morris,
Space.com,
27 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
The hotel's interiors are a high-end delight, with rooms boasting leather furnishings, plush bedding, and marble baths.—
Stacey Leasca,
Travel + Leisure,
25 Dec. 2024
-
The sequel has been well-received by both critics and audiences, boasting a 72% critics score and an 82% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes.—
Monica Mercuri,
Forbes,
24 Dec. 2024
Verb
-
The new advisories follow several incidents involving foreign nationals being detained or deported at US airports, despite carrying valid documentation.—
Thomas G. Moukawsher,
Newsweek,
22 Mar. 2025
-
But this ludicrous 1943 espionage plot involving a corpse, fake papers and amazing good fortune also lends itself to absurdity.—
Frank Rizzo,
Variety,
21 Mar. 2025
Verb
-
The fact that Pickett has emerged recently with his ability to make shots and provide a calming presence on the floor, has provided a significant contrast to Westbrook’s style of play.—
Sam Amick,
New York Times,
10 Apr. 2025
-
The move is aimed at calming volatile markets and initiating renegotiations with key economic allies.—
Daniel R. Depetris,
MSNBC Newsweek,
10 Apr. 2025
Verb
-
The drug may achieve these benefits by regulating cellular growth and metabolism.—
Mrigakshi Dixit,
Interesting Engineering,
30 Dec. 2024
-
On the other hand, if your social media app of choice elicits feelings of insufficiency, and self-control resources are burned up by exerting will power to avoid consuming products, or regulating hard emotions, than that experience is important to notice.—
Ellen Choi,
Forbes,
30 Dec. 2024
Cite this Entry
“Containing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containing. Accessed 23 Apr. 2025.
Copy CitationLove words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share