controlled

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And this small 2016 study tested a type of controlled crying called graduated extinction, which also demonstrated significant benefits to parent-reported sleep for those who were given the sleep-training advice compared to those who weren’t.

From Slate • May 3, 2026

Standard Oil at its peak controlled 90% of the U.S. crude market.

From Barron's • May 2, 2026

While there was progress in some areas, the military continued to hold a quarter of parliamentary seats and controlled key ministries including defence, home affairs and border affairs.

From BBC • May 1, 2026

The Oxford team developed a solution by combining two precisely controlled forces acting on a single trapped ion.

From Science Daily • May 1, 2026

Aru thought this was a bit much and wanted to roll her eyes, but she controlled the impulse.

From "Aru Shah and the End of Time" by Roshani Chokshi