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under control

 

Definitions from WordNet

Adverbial under control has 1 sense
  1. in check, in restraint, under control - unable to act freely; "he held the enemy's armies in check"

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Under Control

Part of Speech: Phrase

Definition:

1. When something is managed or regulated effectively and kept within bounds or limits.

2. In a state of being restrained or managed in order to prevent chaos or disorder.

Examples:

1. Despite the initial chaos, the police were able to bring the situation under control quickly.

2. It is important to keep your emotions under control during a difficult conversation.

3. The fire department worked tirelessly to get the massive wildfire under control.

4. The teacher found it challenging to keep the classroom under control with so many energetic students.

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