- present participle of control.
controlling
Example Sentences
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Flick sees them capable of controlling matches through positioning, possession and reading of the game rather than athleticism.
From BBC ● Oct. 3, 2026
“The facts provided by Jane Doe’s statement do not allege that she was either rendered incapable of controlling her own conduct or that any drug was administered to her without her consent.”
From Salon ● Oct. 3, 2026
Retailers with hesitations cite concerns over controlling consumer data, the customer experience, fraudulent purchases and inventory hoarding.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 2, 2026
"He saved lives when he was in danger. And in the air when he was controlling the plane and suffering injuries!"
From Barron's ● Oct. 1, 2026
“This is why I came. They said she is controlling my son,” Master’s mother said, stirring the soup.
From "Half of a Yellow Sun" by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie
Vocabulary lists containing controlling
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