in control

phrase

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.

Examples of in control in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

In the Nevada case, the judge allowed Sarian to remain in control of American Healthcare Systems, or AHS. — Michelle Marchante, Miami Herald, 11 Nov. 2026

Saleh emerged firmly in control of the country, but southern separatists continued to agitate periodically. — Manfred W. Wenner All, Encyclopedia Britannica, 10 Nov. 2026

The map doesn’t get much better for Republicans in 2028, likely keeping Democrats in control of the upper chamber no matter the outcomes of the White House and House until at least the 2030 cycle. — Ramsey Touchberry, The Washington Examiner, 10 Nov. 2026

These protections would help put people in control of their personal health data rather than technology companies. — Wendy Stark, New York Daily News, 10 Nov. 2026

Rhymes for in control

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