controller

Example Sentences

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An air traffic controller had just told the Frontier pilot they were clear for takeoff and wished them a good night.

From BBC • May 9, 2026

Sir Michael recounted the story of how Sir David commissioned Monty Python when he was the controller of BBC Two.

From BBC • May 8, 2026

“It was a pleasure working with you guys and I wish you the best,” the controller said.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 2, 2026

The controller has a bully pulpit to vent about the city’s dire financial straits, as well as auditing powers to unearth where the city might be overspending, but does not actually manage the budget.

From Los Angeles Times • May 1, 2026

The original word, controller, is more likely to be used in business, and the fancier one, comptroller, in government.

From "Woe Is I" by Patricia T. O'Conner