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   control

   /kənˈtrəʊl/

   noun

   • 1. the power to influence or direct people's behaviour or the course of events: "the whole operation is under the control of a production manager" Similar jurisdictionswaypowerauthoritycommanddominancedominationgovernmentmasteryleadershiprulereignsovereigntysupremacyascendancypredominancehegemonychargemanagementdirectionguidancesupervisionsuperintendenceoversightinfluencerare:prepotenceprepotencyprepollency
   • ▪ the ability to manage a machine, vehicle, or other moving object: "he lost control of his car"
   • ▪ the restriction of an activity, tendency, or phenomenon: "crime control" Similar restraintconstraintlimitationrestrictioncheckcurbbrakereinregulation
   • ▪ the ability to restrain one's own emotions or actions: "she was goaded beyond control" Similar self-controlself-restraintrestraintself-commandself-masteryself-disciplineself-possessioncomposurecalmnesscoolnessinformal:coolrare:countenance
   • ▪ a means of limiting or regulating something: "growing controls on local spending"
   • ▪ a switch or other device by which a device or vehicle is regulated: "he had the chance to take the controls and fly the glider" Similar switchknobbuttondialhandleleverconsoleinstrument paneldashboardinformal:dash
   • ▪ the place from which a system or activity is directed or where a particular item is verified: "passport control" Similar headquartersHQbasecentre of operationscommand post
   • ▪ short for control key
   • 2. a person or thing used as a standard of comparison for checking the results of a survey or experiment: "platelet activity was higher in patients with the disease than in the controls" Similar standard of comparisonbenchmarkstandardcheck
   • 3. a member of an intelligence organization who personally directs the activities of a spy: "he sat with his KGB control as the details of his new assignment were explained"
   • 4. a high card that will prevent the opponents from establishing a particular suit: "he has controls in both minor suits"

   verb

   • 1. determine the behaviour or supervise the running of: "he was appointed to control the company's marketing strategy" Similar be in charge ofrunbe in control ofmanagedirectadministerheadpreside overhave authority oversupervisesuperintendoverseeguidesteercommandrulegovernleaddominatereign overhold sway overhegemonizebe at the helmbe the bossinformal:head upcall the shotscall the tunebe in the driving seatbe in the saddlerun the showpull the stringsrule the roosthold the purse stringshave someone/something in the palm of one's handhave someone eating out of one's handwear the trousershave someone in one's hip pocket
   • ▪ maintain influence or authority over: "there were never enough masters to control the unruly mobs of boys"
   • ▪ limit the level, intensity, or numbers of: "he had to control his temper" Similar restrainkeep in checkcurbcheckcontainhold backbridlerein inkeep a tight rein onsubduesuppressrepressmasterdamp downinformal:keep a/the lid onlimitrestrictset/impose limits oncurbcapconstraininformal:put the brakes on
   • ▪ remain calm and reasonable despite provocation: "her eyes flashed angrily, but she made an effort to control herself"
   • ▪ regulate (a mechanical or scientific process): "the airflow is controlled by a fan" Similar regulatemodulateadjustaffectdeterminegovern
   • 2. take into account (an extraneous factor that might affect the results of an experiment): "no attempt was made to control for variations"

   Word Origin late Middle English (as a verb in the sense ‘check or verify accounts’, especially by referring to a duplicate register): from Anglo-Norman French contreroller ‘keep a copy of a roll of accounts’, from medieval Latin contrarotulare, from contrarotulus ‘copy of a roll’, from contra- ‘against’ + rotulus ‘a roll’. The noun is perhaps via French contrôle.

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2. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › controllingCONTROLLING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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   CONTROLLING definition: 1. A controlling stake, interest, etc. in a company is a share of the company that someone owns…. Learn more.

3. www.verywellhealth.com › controlling-personalityControlling Behavior: Signs and How to Respond - Verywell Health

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   Sep 18, 2023 · Controlling behavior crosses the line into abuse when it results in the other person feeling afraid and intimidated. If you have experienced threats, intimidation, isolation, or ridicule from your partner, you may be experiencing abuse.

4. businessjargons.com › controllingWhat is Controlling? definition, features, process and types ...

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   Controlling. Definition: Control is a primary goal-oriented function of management in an organisation. It is a process of comparing the actual performance with the set standards of the company to ensure that activities are performed according to the plans and if not then taking corrective action.

5. www.merriam-webster.com › dictionary › controllingControlling Definition & Meaning - Merriam-Webster

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   The meaning of CONTROLLING is inclined to control others' behavior : domineering. How to use controlling in a sentence.

6. www.iedunote.com › controllingControlling: Essential Guide to Controlling in Management

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   Controlling helps managers monitor the effectiveness of their planning, organizing, and leading activities. Controlling determines what is being accomplished — that is, evaluating the performance and, if necessary, taking corrective measures so that the performance takes place according to plans.

7. dictionary.cambridge.org › english › controllingCONTROLLING | definition in the Cambridge English Dictionary

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   CONTROLLING meaning: 1. A controlling stake, interest, etc. in a company is a share of the company that someone owns…. Learn more.

8. www.mindtools.com › aq1js5dHow to Manage Controlling People - Dealing With Their ...

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   Controlling behavior can be intensely toxic and damaging. It can affect a team's productivity and make people's lives miserable. It can also cause high performers to leave your team, which can be deeply destructive. Fortunately, there are ways to manage it, and we'll show you how in this article.

9. psychcentral.com › blog › why-anyone-would-want-toReasons Why People Are Controlling | Psych Central

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   May 20, 2022 · Controlling behavior is a fear-based pattern that can be challenging. Understanding why people control others may help you cope.

10. www.collinsdictionary.com › english › controllingCONTROLLING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

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    5 days ago · controlling in British English. (kənˈtrəʊlɪŋ ) adjective. 1. finance. having or attempting to exert control. It plans to sell a controlling stake in CSOB. 2. trying to control others' behaviour in an inappropriate way. We found a clear relation between experiencing controlling behaviour and violence.

11. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishCONTROL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

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    to order, limit, or rule something, or someone's actions or behaviour: If you can't control your dog, put it on a lead! You're going to have to learn to control your temper. The temperature is controlled by a thermostat. The laws controlling drugs are very strict in this country.