in control
Example Sentences
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Hong was never fully in control of her own narrative.
From Salon ● Aug. 13, 2026
“You can still be in control through this process if we communicate properly,” says Feferkorn.
From Slate ● Aug. 10, 2026
"This is a choice that I am making to feel more in control of my life," Ocasio-Cortez said, describing her ability to undergo the procedure as a "very privileged position."
From Barron's ● Aug. 10, 2026
China is more in control of its oil consumption than anyone realized.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 29, 2026
I try to stay in control of my breathing.
From "The Benefits of Being an Octopus" by Ann Braden
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