verb (present tense, third person singular passive voice)
é freado, é contido, é limitado, é restringido
1. to be checked, restrained, or kept under control
The government's spending is curbed by budget constraints.
Os gastos do governo são contidos por restrições orçamentárias.
2. to be prevented from occurring or spreading without restriction
The spread of misinformation is curbed through fact-checking.
A disseminação de desinformação é freada através da verificação de fatos.
3. to be limited or restricted in extent or amount
Inflation is curbed by raising interest rates.
A inflação é limitada pelo aumento das taxas de juros.
The phrase 'is curbed' is commonly used in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese in contexts of government policy, economics, and social control. In Brazilian business and political discourse, 'é freado' is particularly prevalent when discussing inflation, spending, or criminal activity. The concept emphasizes regulatory control and is frequently seen in news media and official statements.
Related Idioms & Phrases
curb one's enthusiasm - controlar o entusiasmo
curb one's spending - reduzir gastos
curb the spread - frear a disseminação
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