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control

[kuhn-trohl] / kənˈtroʊl /






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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It was not just how he advanced the ball from deep, it was how he helped Palace control possession in Rayo Vallecano's half, which was crucial to the Eagles' success here.

From BBC • May 27, 2026

As for managers, while they try to put out this labor-relations fire, they may also resolve to assert greater control over the staff’s work product.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 27, 2026

He said that "nobody" including Iran would control the Strait of Hormuz and rejected reports that Iran and the Gulf state of Oman could control a toll system for the waterway.

From Barron's • May 27, 2026

What used to be a vendor relationship is becoming something closer to direct ownership, or at minimum, long-term control over supply that was previously left to market pricing.

From MarketWatch • May 27, 2026

But no matter how fierce his determination, Jonathan knew, deep down, that what happened now was beyond his control.

From "Earthquake Terror" by Peg Kehret




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