Word: reined
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...first class to experience all the effects of the grading controversy graduates, the debate surrounding grade inflation has all but died down, and Faculty discussion of methods to rein in escalating percentages of ‘A’ grades has been repeatedly postponed...
...Dean of the Faculty William C. Kirby’s annual letter in February, he wrote that as FAS concentrates on investing in financial aid, curricular changes, salaries, and expanding its ranks, it will also try to rein in spending with careful monitoring of general expenses, maintaining its years-long “soft freeze” on staff hiring and conserving energy...
...really wants to see peace return to the disputed Gaza Strip. Having seen it all, he knows best. Sharon should be given some credit; it's little wonder President George W. Bush called him a "man of peace." I agree with Sharon 's dismissal of Abbas' efforts to rein in the militants. There shouldn't be any compromising of the safety of Israeli citizens. Sharon is dealing with not just the Palestinian Authority but also radical terrorist organizations. Ahunwa L. Kelechi Jos, Nigeria A Case for Press Freedom While the U.S. makes efforts to establish democracy and freedom throughout...
...that are seasonal, expensive or too solitary--each one a handy excuse for not sticking with your workout program. If you can afford it or if your gym or health club offers it, try to work with a personal trainer at least some of the time--someone who can rein you in when you're doing something wrong, applaud when you're doing something right and, perhaps most important, make you feel guilty if you don't show up at all. Trainers are also good at knowing which muscle groups you need to strengthen for a sport...
...know exactly what you're doing, quite apart from the ethical issues" - but believes the doctor should continue his work: "Every adult should make their own choice. And even if there's limited success, it will teach us something." At their home in Rotorua, filled with pets and photos, Rein says he'd hoped for more from the surgery, but is grateful for any more time he and Willie have together. "I had nothing else," Willie types. "And if I didn't do it, I would always wonder, what...