in control
idiom
1
: in the position of one who makes decisions
He always wants to be in control.
2
: not overly upset or excited : calm and able to think and act in a sensible way
In spite of the pressure to pass the test, he felt calm and in control.
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Meghan Rose, Glamour, 1 Apr. 2025
Unveiled earlier today at Watches & Wonders 2025 in Geneva, Patek Philippe’s new releases suggest a brand quietly in control of its next chapter.
—Steven Rogers, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2025
Mars is once again in control of the Billboard Global Excl.
—Hugh McIntyre, Forbes.com, 31 Mar. 2025
However, Min Aung Hlaing, who heads the military junta in control of the government, has appealed for international assistance.
—Francesca Aton, ARTnews.com, 31 Mar. 2025
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“In control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20control. Accessed 5 Apr. 2025.
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