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Vocabulary Entry
control
|noun • verb • adjective
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N
noun
The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
Example Sentences
"He has complete control over the project."
"The government is in control of the economy."
"She lost control of the car on the icy road."
V
verb
To exercise power or influence over; to regulate or manage.
Example Sentences
"They aim to control the spread of the disease."
"The teacher controls the classroom behavior."
"He learned to control his emotions during stressful situations."
A
adjective
Relating to or denoting a system that can exert power over others.
Example Sentences
"The control system ensures safety in the plant."
"He prefers control theory to understand engineering problems."
"The gym offers a special class focused on control techniques."