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remote control

NOUN
handheld control
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In other words, many are either run by a human with a remote control or stuck doing one narrow task.

From Barron's Jun. 18, 2026

When he said he needed to take remote control of my computer, I knew I was talking to scammers, not PayPal.

From MarketWatch Mar. 25, 2026

Using a simple remote control, you cycle through six heat levels and can set a timer in one-hour increments.

From The Wall Street Journal Jan. 23, 2026

Mr Colman explained: "It's going to operate itself. Nobody is stood there with a remote control round their neck, pressing buttons."

From BBC Mar. 20, 2025

Miss McDaniels picks up the remote control next to her folder and presses play.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina



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