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self-control

[self-kuhn-trohl, self-] / ˈsɛlf kənˈtroʊl, ˌsɛlf- /


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Grande’s defiant self-control over her image is something for them to celebrate, even worship.

From Salon Aug. 8, 2026

If there’s any qualm in Cosm’s work it’s that at times there could be a tinge more self-control in order to let the film do its work.

From Los Angeles Times May 14, 2026

Given the attention-sucking power of mainstream devices and software, "this is not about self-control anymore," Tang added.

From Barron's Mar. 4, 2026

For years, scientists have believed that compulsive behaviors happen when people become trapped in a "habit loop" that overrides self-control.

From Science Daily Feb. 16, 2026

But there wasn’t a shred of self-control left in him; he couldn’t have prevented the tears, he knew that.

From "The Maze Runner" by James Dashner




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