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controlled

[kuhn-trohld] / kənˈtroʊld /
ADJECTIVE
reserved
Synonyms
STRONGEST
composed contained disciplined guarded restrained
STRONG
calm cool inhibited
WEAK
self-controlled self-restrained under control unflappable
Antonyms
STRONG
agitated excited
ADJECTIVE
regulated
Synonyms
STRONGEST
measured ordered orderly organized structured supervised
STRONG
exact governed
WEAK
precise skillful

Example Sentences

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Houchois added that the results may “raise the logic” of an eventual merger with SpaceX, the rocket maker controlled by Tesla CEO Elon Musk.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 21, 2026

The researchers had previously studied this effect in controlled experiments.

From Science Daily • Apr. 21, 2026

The Crown Casino is owned by a company controlled by Kok An, a ruling-party senator who is wanted by Thai authorities.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 20, 2026

In the wake of those killings, President Nayib Bukele, a close ally of US President Donald Trump, declared a "war" on gangs, which he said controlled 80 percent of Salvadoran territory.

From Barron's • Apr. 20, 2026

I could see clearly how it controlled the way our community in Little Rock conducted itself.

From "March Forward, Girl" by Melba Pattillo Beals