be in control
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He needs to be in control of a situation, no matter how trivial it is.
From MarketWatch ● Jun. 6, 2026
Dr. Becky frames a strong will and a need to be in control as connected to the DFK’s sense of vulnerability.
From Slate ● May 10, 2026
Dressed in her trademark white suit with dragon motifs, Gu was first to go on Thursday and appeared to be in control during her first run.
From Barron's ● Feb. 19, 2026
The world number one also claimed the fourth set to be in control before Cross extended the match by taking the fifth set, including a brilliant bullseye finish to take out 126.
From BBC ● Dec. 29, 2025
“I like to be in control of where I’m going and how fast I’m going.”
From "Walk Two Moons" by Sharon Creech
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