What does "contención" mean in English?

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Spanish

contención

English

containment

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Alternative translations of "contención"

restraint
control
containment area
containment measure

Examples of how to use "contención" in Spanish

Spanish
Actuó con mucha contención y calma.
English
He acted with great restraint and calm.
Spanish
La contención calmó al niño asustado.
English
The restraint calmed the frightened child.
Spanish
Necesitamos contención emocional durante tiempos difíciles.
English
We need emotional support during difficult times.
Spanish
Colocaron contención alrededor de la obra.
English
They placed containment around the construction site.
Spanish
La contención fue estricta en la protesta.
English
The containment was strict during the protest.

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