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as in holding
to have within
the top drawer of the cabinet contains my stamp collection
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as in including
to have as part of a whole
the contract contains several new clauses
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as in comprising
to be made up of
the recipe contains several parts
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as in composing
to gain emotional or mental control of
could hardly contain herself when she heard that she had won the scholarship
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as in controlling
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 containing
The pistol was loaded with a Glock magazine containing six nine-millimeter full metal jacket rounds.
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Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Slow Cooker Beef Stew Stews provide a warm mix of foods in one pot, usually containing meat and vegetables.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
In this week’s episode, all the ladies receive beige gift boxes, each containing an invite to the group’s first girls’ trip of the season at a ranch in Florida.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
Federal drug safety officials advised against viral honey packets containing potentially unregulated ingredients.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Then cells are transferred into a gel containing two plant hormones, auxin and cytokinin, allowing researchers to coax the cells to grow into wood-like structures.
—John Werner, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
According to a 2023 review of stroke epidemiology published in the Journal of Stroke, the risk is higher with pills containing more estrogen and is further increased for women who smoke, have high blood pressure, or migraines.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The theft was discovered during a routine inventory check of the warehouse when officials realized that a significant amount of barrels originally containing the syrup were empty, concluding that it had been transferred to other containers during the heist.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
Making this even more challenging and preoccupying is the use of training data that is not representative of the wider population, often containing historical inequalities or societal stereotypes.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Molly Bohannon, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
Slow Cooker Beef Stew Stews provide a warm mix of foods in one pot, usually containing meat and vegetables.
—Merve Ceylan, Health, 10 Dec. 2024
In this week’s episode, all the ladies receive beige gift boxes, each containing an invite to the group’s first girls’ trip of the season at a ranch in Florida.
—Shelby Stewart, Essence, 9 Dec. 2024
Federal drug safety officials advised against viral honey packets containing potentially unregulated ingredients.
—Rey Covarrubias Jr., The Arizona Republic, 8 Dec. 2024
Then cells are transferred into a gel containing two plant hormones, auxin and cytokinin, allowing researchers to coax the cells to grow into wood-like structures.
—John Werner, Forbes, 8 Dec. 2024
According to a 2023 review of stroke epidemiology published in the Journal of Stroke, the risk is higher with pills containing more estrogen and is further increased for women who smoke, have high blood pressure, or migraines.
—Daniel R. Depetris, Newsweek, 6 Dec. 2024
The theft was discovered during a routine inventory check of the warehouse when officials realized that a significant amount of barrels originally containing the syrup were empty, concluding that it had been transferred to other containers during the heist.
—Alli Rosenbloom, CNN, 6 Dec. 2024
Making this even more challenging and preoccupying is the use of training data that is not representative of the wider population, often containing historical inequalities or societal stereotypes.
—Cornelia C. Walther, Forbes, 6 Dec. 2024
Recent Examples of Synonyms for containing
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In his own testimony, auctioneer Jeff Tanenbaum defended the sale process when Jones’ lawyers pressed him over not holding a live auction.Miles Klee, Rolling Stone, 11 Dec. 2024
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Delaying, holding onto outmoded tactics, may keep Ankara aligned with its old image of control, but risks leaving it on the sidelines as other players lock in gains.Guney Yildiz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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From sketches to runway, this insider’s journey is packed with backstage drama, creative triumphs, and iconic supermodels, including Cindy Crawford, Naomi Campbell, and Linda Evangelista.Peter Debruge, Variety, 11 Dec. 2024
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Under his leadership, Forbes has diversified its revenue, expanded the business into new categories including ecommerce and global real estate, and built a successful business strategy that nurtures journalistic excellence and supports a robust and professional newsroom.Forbes Press Releases, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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With four generations comprising the workforce today, there are clear differences and similarities to inform space design that works for all, not just some.Julie Kratz, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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These particles are fascinating in their structure, comprising extremely thin petals arranged in a floral pattern.Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 Dec. 2024
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He's also known for composing a little movie known as Frozen (and Frozen 2) along with his wife Kristen Anderson-Lopez.Sari Hitchins, Parents, 20 Nov. 2024
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In addition to his many other accolades, Quincy Jones has had a profound impact on film and television music, producing and composing over 30 scores, including notable works such as The Pawnbroker, In the Heat of the Night, and In Cold Blood.Jem Aswad, Variety, 19 Nov. 2024
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In a rare double-down, Bublé was also the only coach to have two contestants make it into the top five, as well as boasting the top two finishers thanks to his other contestant, Shye, coming in as runner-up.Gil Kaufman, Billboard, 11 Dec. 2024
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Influenced by the Regency era, Rococo is an architectural style boasting intricate curved lines, natural motifs, luxe materials, and pastel shades.Isabella Milano, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Dec. 2024
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Read on to discover the reason behind his exit and the alleged drama involving his former co-stars, including Tan France.Monica Mercuri, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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There has been a decrease in such deaths, CBS News previously reported, but a rise in deaths involving psychostimulants like meth and cocaine.Kerry Breen, CBS News, 11 Dec. 2024
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Mama Tina Knowles served as a calming presence on the carpet for her granddaughter and looked beautiful in a chic pantsuit.Dominique Fluker, Essence, 10 Dec. 2024
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Having this special calming box can reduce feelings of stress in a moment that might otherwise become volatile, like separating from a parent.Taylor Grothe, Parents, 10 Dec. 2024
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As the closest living relatives to animals today, their genomes harbor versions of Sox and POU genes, which play pivotal roles in regulating cellular behavior.Scott Travers, Forbes, 11 Dec. 2024
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While some states have moved forward with their own laws regulating the use of social media, state attorneys general are urging Congress to pass the Kids Online Safety Act (KOSA).Emma Roth, The Verge, 10 Dec. 2024
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“Containing.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/containing. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.
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