in control
idiom
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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How Businesses Can Help Kids And Parents The good news is that business leaders who develop and deploy technology can take real steps to help protect kids online with helpful safeguards that put parents in control.
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James Lamond, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
At different points, Austin Cindric and three-time Cup champion Joey Logano appeared to be in control of the race, but tire problems took them out of contention.
—Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
Creating a budget and talking to kids about needs versus wants can help families feel more in control.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 25 July 2025
As of Friday noon, the fire crew successfully encircled the entire perimeter of the fire in control lines.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
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James Lamond, Forbes.com, 29 July 2025
At different points, Austin Cindric and three-time Cup champion Joey Logano appeared to be in control of the race, but tire problems took them out of contention.
—Michael Marot, Chicago Tribune, 28 July 2025
Creating a budget and talking to kids about needs versus wants can help families feel more in control.
—Melissa Willets, Parents, 25 July 2025
As of Friday noon, the fire crew successfully encircled the entire perimeter of the fire in control lines.
—Ca Wildfire Bot, Sacbee.com, 25 July 2025
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“In control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20control. Accessed 3 Aug. 2025.
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