Meaning of the word "keep in check" in English

What does "keep in check" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

keep in check

US /kiːp ɪn tʃɛk/
UK /kiːp ɪn tʃɛk/

Idiom

to control or limit something, especially something undesirable

Example:
It's important to keep your emotions in check during a negotiation.
The government is trying to keep inflation in check.