be in control
Example Sentences
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“Now we have to really be in control of our budget,” said Vesga, who believes the trade-off is worth it.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 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
The home team should be in control here.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 23, 2025
The day he touched the Spirit Bear he had been near death and had completely given up trying to be in control.
From "Touching Spirit Bear" by Ben Mikaelsen
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