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Control - as a noun

A relation of constraint of one entity (thing or person or group) by another

Example: "Measures for the control of disease"

(physiology) regulation or maintenance of a function or action or reflex etc

Example: "The timing and control of his movements were unimpaired"

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A standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment

Example: "The control condition was inappropriate for the conclusions he wished to draw"

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The state that exists when one person or group has power over another

Example: "Her apparent dominance of her husband was really her attempt to make him pay attention to her"

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Discipline in personal and social activities

Example: "He was a model of polite restraint"

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Great skillfulness and knowledge of some subject or activity

Example: "A good command of french"

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A mechanism that controls the operation of a machine

Example: "The speed controller on his turntable was not working properly"

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A spiritual agency that is assumed to assist the medium during a seance

The economic policy of controlling or limiting or curbing prices or wages etc.

Example: "They wanted to repeal all the legislation that imposed economic controls"

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Control - as a verb

Lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

Example: "Moderate your alcohol intake"

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Handle and cause to function

Example: "Do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"

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Maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage

Example: "She manipulates her boss"

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Check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard

Example: "Are you controlling for the temperature?"

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Place under restrictions; limit access to by law

Example: "This substance is controlled"

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Verify by using a duplicate register for comparison

Example: "Control an account"

Be careful or certain to do something; make certain of something

Example: "He verified that the valves were closed"

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Have a firm understanding or knowledge of; be on top of

Example: "Do you control these data?"

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Example Sentences

"The teacher had to keep control over the unruly students."
"The remote control is missing. Have you seen it?"
"He was in complete control of the situation."
"She lost control of the car and crashed into a tree."
"The government imposed strict controls on imports."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTROL a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, control is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTROL has a SCRABBLE points total of 9.

Is CONTROL a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, control is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTROL has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 12.

Is CONTROL a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, control is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTROL has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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