controlling
Pronunciation: [kənˈtroʊlɪŋ]
Context: "behavior management"
(verb) to make sure that something happens the way you want it to. It's like when a teacher helps keep the classroom quiet and organized.
Example
The coach is controlling the team by giving them instructions during the game.
Example
The students are not controlling their excitement and are being very noisy.
Example
How are you controlling the volume in the classroom?
Context: "behavior management"
(adjective) describing someone who is managing or guiding their own or others' actions. Imagine a parent guiding a child's behavior to help them learn the right way to do things.
Example
She has a controlling nature, which helps her manage the project successfully.
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He is not controlling his emotions well during stressful situations.
Example
Do you think being controlling can sometimes be helpful?
Context: "power dynamics"
(verb) to have power over someone or something. Like a boss who makes decisions for the team.
Example
The new manager is controlling the project in a way that inspires everyone.
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He feels like he is not controlling his life as much as he should.
Example
Who is controlling the meeting today?