damage control
noun
: measures taken to offset or minimize damage to reputation, credibility, or public image caused by a controversial act, remark, or revelation
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But so much for damage control.
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
That's why understanding exactly what unfolds after a payment bounces, and knowing your options for damage control, is critical.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
To do damage control, Lara and classmate Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo) agree to fake being in love to disguise her feelings from Josh and make Peter's ex jealous.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
While the focus remains on immediate damage control, locating survivors and restoring basic logistics, economists are watching with growing concern.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 2 Dec. 2025
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Martha Ross, Mercury News, 7 Jan. 2026
That's why understanding exactly what unfolds after a payment bounces, and knowing your options for damage control, is critical.
—Angelica Leicht, CBS News, 31 Dec. 2025
To do damage control, Lara and classmate Peter Kavinsky (Noah Centineo) agree to fake being in love to disguise her feelings from Josh and make Peter's ex jealous.
—Andrew Walsh, Entertainment Weekly, 29 Dec. 2025
While the focus remains on immediate damage control, locating survivors and restoring basic logistics, economists are watching with growing concern.
—Mayu Saini, Sourcing Journal, 2 Dec. 2025
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“Damage control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/damage%20control. Accessed 9 Jan. 2026.
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