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controller

noun

kən-ˈtrō-lər

Definition of controller

as in regulator

a mechanism for adjusting the operation of a device, machine, or system the controllers for the video game system seem fairly well designed

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Recent Examples of controller Over 300,000 domestic flights were managed by air traffic controllers over the holiday weekend, the FAA said Monday. — Megan Fahrney, ABC News, 6 July 2026 Despite mathematical models to the contrary, in practice, no controller is less incentivized for success merely because their economic ownership fell from 51% to 45%. — Jeffrey Sonnenfeld, Fortune, 6 July 2026 During the flyby, Hayabusa2 captured this breathtaking new image of Torifune using its optical camera, and was able to transmit it back to JAXA controllers. — Brett Tingley, Space.com, 6 July 2026 The testing evaluated the AI’s real-time performance under fluctuating conditions with the controller turned both on and off. — Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 6 July 2026 See All Example Sentences for controller

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At least one trader filed a complaint against Kalshi with federal regulators for the judgment, according to the New York Times.

— Jon Sarlin, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
This rapid construction is currently outstripping the expansion of the country’s electricity and water infrastructure, fueling warnings from utilities, regulators, and policymakers.

— Mrigakshi Dixit, Interesting Engineering, 10 July 2026

Definition of regulator

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Iran insists on retaining control over shipping through the waterway and says vessels should instead use routes through its own territorial waters.

— Rhea Mogul, CNN Money, 11 July 2026
Make sure the tires reconnect with the road - During the skid, wait until the tires reconnect with the road and then gently straighten the wheels to regain control.

— CA Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 11 July 2026

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