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      curb

      noun verb

      Stress: first syllable

      Syllables: curb (1)

      English Definition

      To limit or control something, or the edge of a pavement.

      Example Sentence

      The government must take steps to curb inflation.

      US IPA /kɜːrb/
      UK IPA /kɜːb/

      Synonyms

      restrain control suppress check bridle

      Antonyms

      encourage release promote
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