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Meaning of put a lid on | Babel Free

Verb CEFR C2

Definitions

To get under control, to prevent (something) from increasing or becoming more of a problem.

idiomatic, informal

CEFR level

C2

Mastery
This word is part of the CEFR C2 vocabulary — mastery level.

See also

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