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Rank | Letters | Answer | Clue | |
1 | 99% | 4 | Exact Match! | |
2 | 30% | 7 | Leather strap for controlling a pet | |
3 | 30% | 8 | Resembling a strap or strap-shaped structure | |
Controlling Strap Crossword Clue
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We think the answer is "REIN" which means:
- noun
- • One of a pair of long straps (usually connected to the bit or the headpiece) used to control a horse
- • Any means of control verb
- • Control and direct with or as if by reins
- • Stop or slow up one's horse or oneself by or as if by pulling the reins
- • Stop or check by or as if by a pull at the reins
- • Keep in check
An example sentence would be:
- • "He tried to rein in his excitement during the meeting."
- • "It is important to rein in your spending to save money."
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