be in control
Example Sentences
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“Now we have to really be in control of our budget,” said Vesga, who believes the trade-off is worth it.
From MarketWatch • Mar. 4, 2026
Dressed in her trademark white suit with dragon motifs, Gu was first to go on Thursday and appeared to be in control during her first run.
From Barron's • Feb. 19, 2026
Some fans who have compared the details from the play and the series say that the play suggests Vecna might not be in control of the Mind Flayer, as he has suggested.
From Los Angeles Times • Nov. 20, 2025
They believe they are in the driver’s seat, and they want to be in control of their futures.
From Slate • Aug. 25, 2025
I needed to be in control of my emotions if I was going to help Mamá not get thrown out of her own home.
From "Summer of the Mariposas" by Guadalupe García McCall
