controlled

Example Sentences

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“I’ve spent my entire career working in Hollywood, where other people controlled the narrative and the outcome of my career,” she told the magazine, later adding, “I really do think this is the future.”

From Salon • May 4, 2026

Before turning 40, he controlled a web of some 60 companies, including banks, airlines and cosmetics.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 4, 2026

If parents report better sleep due to controlled crying, then you could argue there is a benefit even if the babies are not, in fact, sleeping any more than they were before.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Railway spending is mostly controlled by the UK government, while motorways are handled by the Welsh government - meaning it comes from different pots of money.

From BBC • May 2, 2026

“Ten,” I shout, holding plank position, showing him, Coach, I’m controlled, strong.

From "Black Brother, Black Brother" by Jewell Parker Rhodes