in control
phrase
1
: in the position of one who makes decisions
He always wants to be in control.
2
: not overly upset or excited : calm and able to think and act in a sensible way
In spite of the pressure to pass the test, he felt calm and in control.
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After building a commanding lead while the Philadelphia Phillies stumbled through one of the worst stretches in franchise history, the Atlanta Braves appeared firmly in control of the division race.
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Many private business owners feel that their business is controlling them, rather than being in control.
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William Jones,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
An uprising that left inmates in control of a detention center has ended with some people injured, North Carolina officials say.
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Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
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Peter Chawaga,
Forbes.com,
30 June 2026
Many private business owners feel that their business is controlling them, rather than being in control.
—
William Jones,
USA Today,
30 June 2026
An uprising that left inmates in control of a detention center has ended with some people injured, North Carolina officials say.
—
Mark Price,
Charlotte Observer,
29 June 2026
See All Example Sentences for in control
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“In control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20control. Accessed 6 Jul. 2026.
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