Curb and Govern

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Curb verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

Usage example: try to curb your curiosity when it comes to your neighbors' business

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Govern is a synonym for curb in restrain topic. In some cases you can use "Govern" instead a verb "Curb".

Nearby Words: curbed, curbing

Govern verb - To keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression).

Usage example: you need to govern your speech and be able to communicate your outrage without resorting to profanity

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Curb is a synonym for govern in restrain topic. You can use "Curb" instead a verb "Govern", if it concerns topics such as control, influence.

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