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rein

/ɹeɪn/ sustantivo C1

En español: rienda

  1. A strap or rope attached to a bridle or bit, used to control a horse, other animal or young child.
  2. An instrument or means of curbing, restraining, or governing. (figuratively) · The government is attempting to keep a rein on rising prices.

Plural reins

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Last we drew rein--a weary three--
A Child's Garden of Verses, p. 23 · C1
He tried to back out, but dropped his reins and swore dutifully.
Six stories from The Four Million, p. 13 · C1
Matthew slapped the reins on the sorrel’s back delightedly.
Anne of Green Gables, p. 28 · C1
See if I do not prick your neck with my sting.” The Draught-Mule replied, “I do not heed your threats; I only care for him who sits above you, and who quickens my pace with his whip, or holds me back with the reins.
Three Hundred Aesop's Fables, p. 78 · B2

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