hold/keep something in check

Related to word: check

Pharse

Definition (控制)

  1. To control or limit something in order to prevent it from exceeding a desired level or becoming excessive.

    控制;限制

    • To maintain her health, she tries to keep her desire for sweets in check.

      為了保持健康,她試著控制自己對甜食的渴望。

    • The government is taking measures to keep inflation in check.

      政府正在採取措施控制通貨膨脹。

    • The coach constantly reminds the players to keep their emotions in check and avoid unnecessary fouls.

      教練不斷提醒球員們控制情緒,避免不必要的犯規。