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controller

[kuhn-troh-ler] / kənˈtroʊ lər /


NOUN
bursar
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NOUN
manipulator
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The city controller has no power over local policy, legislation or the city’s budget, but can often shed light on wasteful spending or fraud and pressure politicians by releasing audits and reports on city departments.

From Los Angeles Times • May 29, 2026

An air traffic controller had just told the Frontier pilot they were clear for takeoff and wished them a good night.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

A few minutes later, the pilot told the controller that there was smoke in the aircraft.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 9, 2026

Harris also endorsed Rob Bonta for reelection as state attorney general, Malia Cohen for reelection as state controller and Lt.

From Los Angeles Times • May 4, 2026

The game console comes with a controller, a gun, and two games: Super Mario Bros, and Duck Hunt.

From "Free Lunch" by Rex Ogle




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