controls

[US]/[kənˈtrəʊlz]/
[UK]/[kənˈtroʊlz]/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.things that are used to operate a device or machine; the power to influence or direct people or events; the act of controlling
v.to have the power to influence or direct; to direct the functioning of; to restrain or dominate
adj.relating to the operation of a device or machine

Phrases & Collocations

controls inflation

controls costs

taking controls

controls access

controls traffic

controls volume

controlled environment

controls the system

controls everything

controls the process

Example Sentences

the pilot controls the aircraft using the yoke and pedals.

security controls were implemented to protect the network from cyberattacks.

the thermostat controls the temperature in the house.

parents should establish clear controls regarding screen time for their children.

the government controls the media to a certain extent in some countries.

the manager controls the project timeline and budget.

the automatic system controls the lighting and ventilation.

the central bank controls the money supply to manage inflation.

the software controls the robotic arm's movements with precision.

the traffic light controls the flow of vehicles at the intersection.

the game controls are intuitive and easy to learn.

the engineer controls the testing process to ensure quality.

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