Control

/kəntɹˈə‌ʊl/

/kənˈtɹoʊɫ/

Définition et Signification de "control"

to control

VERBE

contrôler, commander

to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done

Transitive: to control sth

Example

The board of directors will control the major decisions affecting the organization.

The CEO sought to control the company 's strategic direction.

Political leaders strive to control policies that impact the welfare of the citizens.

1.1

contrôler, gérer

to manage and operate a device, system, or process, causing it to function as intended

Transitive: to control a device or system

Example

The pilot skillfully controlled the airplane during turbulent weather.

The technician controlled the machinery to ensure smooth operation on the production line.

Engineers designed the software to control the robotic arm with precision.

contrôler, maîtriser

to reduce the strength of something or keep it within limits

Transitive: to control strength of something

Example

The teacher helped the students control their anxiety before the big test.

The government implemented measures to control the spread of the virus.

She took a deep breath to control her anger during the heated argument.

contrôler, maîtriser

to direct influence over someone or something, usually in one's advantage

Transitive: to control sb/sth

maîtriser, contrôler

to have a comprehensive understanding or expertise in a subject, enabling confident and proficient handling or management

Transitive: to control a subject

Example

The professor controlled the lecture, effortlessly explaining complex theories to the students.

He controlled the intricacies of the software, making him an invaluable team member.

With years of experience, she controlled the art of negotiation, securing the best deals.

contrôler, maîtriser

to take care or ensure that something is done or achieved; to make certain of a specific outcome

Transitive: to control to do sth | to control that

Example

The manager controlled that the team met their deadlines for the project.

They controlled to follow the safety guidelines during the experiment.

The teacher controlled that all students understood the instructions before starting the test.

contrôler, maîtriser

to adjust or set up an experiment in a way that minimizes or removes the influence of certain variables

Transitive: to control for a variable

contrôler, réguler

to impose restrictions or limitations on something, often by law, to regulate access or usage

Transitive: to control sth

Example

Authorities have implemented measures to control the access to sensitive information.

The city council passed an ordinance to control the noise levels in residential areas.

The regulations were put in place to control the import of endangered species.

Control

NOM

contrôle, maîtrise

the power to manage or direct someone or something

Example

The new manager quickly established control over the team 's operations.

The dictator maintained tight control over the country 's media and communications.

Parents should have control over what content their children can access online.

1.1

contrôle, maîtrise

the capability to manage, direct, and handle the operation of a machine, vehicle, or other moving object effectively

Example

She used the joystick to have precise control over the drone 's movements.

Losing control of the car, he swerved off the road and into a ditch.

The driver maintained control of the vehicle despite the slippery road conditions.

contrôle, régulation

(physiology) the regulation or maintenance of a function, action, or reflex by the body to ensure proper functioning and response to stimuli

Example

Reflex control, such as the knee-jerk reaction, is a vital part of the body 's defense mechanisms.

The nervous system 's control of muscle contractions allows for coordinated movement.

Hormonal control ensures that the body 's growth and development follow a proper timeline.

contrôle, domination

the activity of managing or exerting control over something

témoin, contrôle

someone or something that is used as a standard of comparison in a scientific experiment to evaluate the results

Example

Researchers used water samples from uncontaminated areas as controls in the environmental study.

In the experiment, the untreated plants served as the control to compare the effects of the new fertilizer.

The use of a standardized control helped ensure the reliability of the experimental results.

contrôle, domination

the state that exists when one person or group has power over another

maîtrise, contrôle

the ability to exercise restraint and discipline in one's personal behavior and social interactions

Example

Her control over her emotions during the stressful situation was admirable.

The teacher praised the student 's control in managing their time and responsibilities.

The athlete 's control in maintaining a strict training schedule paid off during the competition.

maîtrise, contrôle

the expertise and high level of proficiency in a particular subject or activity, reflecting great skillfulness and knowledge

Example

The surgeon 's control during the complex procedure ensured a successful operation.

The artist 's control over the brush strokes resulted in a stunning masterpiece.

Her control of the violin was evident in her flawless performance at the concert.

contrôle, commande

a part of a machine that manages how it works

Example

The car 's climate control ensures a comfortable temperature inside the vehicle.

The gaming console has intuitive controls that enhance the user experience.

contrôle des prix, réglementation

the regulatory measures or policies implemented by a governing body to manage and stabilize economic factors such as prices, wages, and market activity

Example

The central bank 's control of interest rates helped to manage economic growth and inflation.

The administration 's control of utility prices was meant to protect consumers from sudden cost increases.

Wage control policies were introduced to maintain stability in the labor market.

contrôle, contrôle syntaxique

a syntactic relationship between two clauses where the subject of one clause determines the interpretation or reference of an element in the other clause

What is "control"?

Control refers to a grammatical relationship in which one noun or pronoun determines the meaning of another related element in a sentence. This often involves a noun controlling a pronoun, so that the pronoun clearly refers back to the noun. For example, in the sentence "The teacher wants her students to succeed," the noun "teacher" controls the pronoun "her," showing that "her" refers to the teacher. Understanding control helps clarify how words relate to each other, making sentences easier to understand.

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