put the brakes on
The phrase "put the brakes on" is an idiomatic expression that means to slow down or halt a process, action, or progress. It comes from the literal act of applying brakes in vehicles to control their speed or bring them to a stop. It is often used in contexts related to stopping or restraining something, preventing further advancement, or curbing enthusiasm or momentum.
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