rein up
The phrase "rein up" is commonly used in equestrian contexts to describe the act of stopping a horse, but it can also be used more generally to mean bringing something to a halt.
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Definition
B2Equestrian
(intransitive)To bring a ridden animal to a stop by pulling on the reins.
Example
- The rider reined up quickly as they approached the gate.
- She reined up her horse to avoid the obstacle.
B2General
(transitive)To cause something to come to a stop or to bring under control.
Example
- The driver reined up the car at the intersection.
- He had to rein up his enthusiasm to avoid overwhelming the team.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "rein up":
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