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reins

[reɪnz]

reins Definition

  • 1a long, narrow strap attached at one end to a horse's bit, typically used in pairs to guide or check a horse while riding or driving
  • 2the power to direct and control something

Using reins: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "reins" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    He took the reins of the company after his father retired.

  • Example

    She gave the horse a gentle tug on the reins.

  • Example

    The government has tightened the reins on spending.

  • Example

    The coach handed over the reins to his assistant.

reins Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for reins

Antonyms for reins

Phrases with reins

  • the unrestricted liberty of action or decision

    Example

    The new manager gave her employees free rein to experiment with new ideas.

  • to take firmer control of a situation

    Example

    The boss had to shorten the reins when the project started to fall behind schedule.

  • to take control of a situation

    Example

    The new CEO is ready to take the reins and lead the company to success.

Origins of reins

from Old English 'regeran', meaning 'to guide or direct'

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Summary: reins in Brief

'Reins' [reɪnz] are long, narrow straps attached to a horse's bit, used to guide or check the horse while riding or driving. It also refers to the power to direct and control something, as in 'The coach handed over the reins to his assistant.' The phrase 'free rein' denotes unrestricted liberty, while 'shorten the reins' means to take firmer control, and 'take the reins' means to take control of a situation.