remote control
noun
1
: control (as by radio signal) of operation from a point at some distance removed
2
: a device or mechanism for controlling something from a distance
Examples of remote control in a Sentence
Where did you put the remote control?
The bomb was detonated by remote control.
a DVD player with remote control
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Key features: Bluetooth speaker, 861 square feet (80 square meters) projection area, remote control, sleep timer, optional moon projection.
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Chris McMullen, Space.com, 10 July 2025
Plus, the curved remote control is magnetized to store neatly right on top, because even fans deserve to be this sleek.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 July 2025
Complete Control from Anywhere The Sunseeker Smart App gives users full remote control of the mower’s operations.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 July 2025
The fan comes with a remote control that cleverly pops into a panel on the back when it’s not needed.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 July 2025
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Chris McMullen, Space.com, 10 July 2025
Plus, the curved remote control is magnetized to store neatly right on top, because even fans deserve to be this sleek.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 9 July 2025
Complete Control from Anywhere The Sunseeker Smart App gives users full remote control of the mower’s operations.
—William Jones, USA Today, 9 July 2025
The fan comes with a remote control that cleverly pops into a panel on the back when it’s not needed.
—Clint Davis, People.com, 3 July 2025
See All Example Sentences for remote control
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“Remote control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remote%20control. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
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