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be in control

VERB
call the shots
Synonyms
WEAK
be in the driver's seat be in the saddle call the tune lay down the law make the decisions make the rules run the show wear the trousers

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

Some fans who have compared the details from the play and the series say that the play suggests Vecna might not be in control of the Mind Flayer, as he has suggested.

From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025

We should be in control, and we’re not exerting that control.

From Salon • Nov. 3, 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