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as in regulated
to keep from exceeding a desirable degree or level (as of expression)
you must learn to control your temper
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as in contained
to gain emotional or mental control of
he controlled himself only with the greatest difficulty in the face of his opponent's insulting remarks
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as in governed
to exercise authority or power over
circumstances often control the choices we make in life
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as in operated
to look after and make decisions about
during the period that she controlled the company it was highly profitable
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Recent Examples of controlled
Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Not in an overly aggressive way, just pretty controlled, moving the ball around.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 2 Dec. 2025
Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 June 2026
The Mini comes climate controlled via a Webasto diesel heater and an air conditioner, carries a large 200-L fresh water tank, and has prewiring for a TV and multimedia equipment.
—New Atlas, 14 June 2026
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Adjective
Thiesse is his antithesis – quiet, controlled and polite.
—Dana O’Neil, CNN Money, 10 Feb. 2026
Not in an overly aggressive way, just pretty controlled, moving the ball around.
—Charlie Eccleshare, New York Times, 2 Dec. 2025
Verb
The insecurity crisis is frustrating business owners, human rights defenders and regular Haitians who are forced to navigate a capital that is largely controlled by criminal gangs.
—Jacqueline Charles, Miami Herald, 14 June 2026
The Mini comes climate controlled via a Webasto diesel heater and an air conditioner, carries a large 200-L fresh water tank, and has prewiring for a TV and multimedia equipment.
—New Atlas, 14 June 2026
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Recent Examples of Synonyms for controlled
Adjective
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The ones made by Graf Lantz have a tidy, contemporary look that plays well with both bold and restrained design preferences, and come in an expressive melange of colors and shapes.—
Alaina Chou,
Bon Appetit Magazine,
27 Nov. 2025
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Nicholas Anzalone and Anthony Farina, guards at Marcy Correctional Facility in New York who faced a murder charge before pleading guilty to a lesser charge of first-degree manslaughter, were sentenced to 22 years in prison for their role in the beating death of a restrained detainee.—
Arkansas Online,
Arkansas Online,
23 Nov. 2025
Verb
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Aircraft used for skydiving are regulated under Part 91 of FAA regulations, which also covers small general aviation aircraft flown by private pilots.—
Cindy Von Quednow,
CNN Money,
14 June 2026
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Life care and Medicare supplement insurance were regulated for the first time.—
George Liebmann,
Baltimore Sun,
13 June 2026
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Firefighters contained all four fires reported in the area, and no structures were damaged and no injuries were reported.—
Sean Campbell,
Sacbee.com,
12 June 2026
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The fire, which grew to 18,379 acres, is now fully contained.—
Jaclyn Cosgrove,
Los Angeles Times,
11 June 2026
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When essential systems rely heavily on external digital environments, countries and institutions may face limitations in how data is governed, accessed, protected or transferred during periods of disruption or regulatory change.—
Ekramy El Zaghat,
Forbes.com,
11 June 2026
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Selig supports Kalshi’s main goal of having sports prediction markets governed by the federal agency rather than states.—
Dan Bernstein,
Sportico.com,
11 June 2026
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The center, operated by the State Department of Public Safety and Correctional Services (DPSCS), houses minors who are charged as adults and are awaiting trial.—
JT Moodee Lockman,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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The Chiefs operated with a narrow playbook in the first half, and their offensive line holding up just fine meant nothing because of it.—
Sam McDowell
Updated December 8,
Kansas City Star,
8 Dec. 2025
Adjective
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Both players were so inhibited for the final game of the set that the level of play resembled something from a local park.—
Charlie Eccleshare,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
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This really is a time to be less inhibited about going out.—
Joe Hernandez,
NPR,
25 May 2026
Verb
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James sat out Friday night against Boston with sciatica, which kept him sidelined for the first 14 games this season, and left foot joint arthritis.—
CBS News,
CBS News,
8 Dec. 2025
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Edmonds missed the ensuing free throw, but Punch kept the possession alive by knocking the ball off of a North Texas player.—
Steven Johnson,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
8 Dec. 2025
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Dubbed Ocean Terrace, the forthcoming waterfront project by Revuelta Architecture International is composed of several existing structures that make up one complex in the North Beach area.—
Demetrius Simms,
Robb Report,
11 Dec. 2025
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How can Brock stay composed against a juggernaut like Carthage?—
Charles Baggarly,
Fort Worth Star-Telegram,
11 Dec. 2025
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“Controlled.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/controlled. Accessed 17 Jun. 2026.
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