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control

[kuhn-trohl] / kΙ™nˈtroʊl /






Usage

What are other ways to say control? Control is either power or influence applied to the complete and successful direction or manipulation of persons or things: to be in control of a project. Authority is a power or right, usually because of rank or office, to issue commands and to punish for violations: to have authority over subordinates. Influence is a personal and unofficial power derived from deference of others to one's character, ability, or station; it may be exerted unconsciously or may operate through persuasion: to have influence over one's friends.

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England have better access and control over players who are at Prem clubs.

From BBC ● Sep. 7, 2026

But the US president never completely abandoned his intention bring the territory under US control.

From Barron's ● Sep. 7, 2026

When control switched to Panama, the main change was to be a revenue provider for the country.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 7, 2026

Fielder said the relationship grew strained as Evans tried to exert greater control over the project.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 7, 2026

John yanked the steering wheel toward the impact and stepped on the gas, trying to get the 4x4 under control.

From "Storm Runners" by Roland Smith

There are physical controls for a few key systems—a volume control knob, for instance.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 5, 2026

The cars used are modified Maxda MX5s with dual controls with names like Stanton and Baxter, a nod to some of the guide dogs which have lived with Mike over the years.

From BBC ● Sep. 5, 2026

Like the Cybercab, Zoox taxis lack driver’s controls such as a steering wheel and gear shift.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 4, 2026

Chinese automaker BYD’s decades-long investment in chip design and manufacturing illustrates how control of key semiconductor technologies can boost competitiveness as export controls spur adoption of domestic alternatives, it says.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 3, 2026

The driver controls it all with reins, a whip, and a feeble wooden foot brake.

From "Phineas Gage" by John Fleischman

Foreign journalists cannot travel freely in China's Tibet Autonomous Region and may only visit as part of strictly controlled trips organised by the authorities.

From Barron's ● Sep. 6, 2026

Having access to a preserved specimen had also meant an opportunity to examine authentic animal hair in a controlled and ethical way, he said, without needing to disturb a live animal.

From BBC ● Sep. 6, 2026

Part of the money Walter invested in the deal came from the insurers he controlled, although that deal was vetted by state insurance regulators.

From Los Angeles Times ● Sep. 5, 2026

Nepal’s army spokesman said Monday that army engineers had conducted a controlled explosion at the tunnel and excavators were being used to clear mud and debris at a depth of about 30 feet.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

These mouse dolls—this was how the Humans controlled felines.

From "Klawde: Evil Alien Warlord Cat" by Johnny Marciano and Emily Chenoweth

Head Start’s regulations have swollen to 120-plus pages, controlling everything from the square footage of outdoor play space to transportation routing and myriad paper credentials for staff.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Sep. 4, 2026

Portugal's government said Friday it would pursue talks with both Air France-KLM and Lufthansa on privatising a controlling stake in national airline TAP Air Portugal.

From Barron's ● Sep. 4, 2026

Experts believe this is the paradox at the heart of India's digital transformation: the country is becoming an internet and data-centre powerhouse without controlling enough of the physical infrastructure that connects it to the world.

From BBC ● Sep. 3, 2026

The researchers also suggest that engaging in creative work could help strengthen neural networks involved in controlling attention, potentially reshaping patterns associated with impulsivity and hyperactivity.

From Science Daily ● Sep. 3, 2026

She keeps interfering in a negative and controlling way.

From "Vincent and Theo: The Van Gogh Brothers" by Deborah Heiligman




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