Dictionary Check: controlled

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"controlled" is a valid word!

Scrabble 13 points

Words with Friends 17 points

adjective

restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds

Example: "controlled emotions"

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verb

exercise authoritative control or power over

Example: "control the budget"

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verb

lessen the intensity of; temper; hold in restraint; hold or keep within limits

Example: "moderate your alcohol intake"

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verb

handle and cause to function

Example: "do not operate machinery after imbibing alcohol"

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verb

maintain influence over (others or oneself) skillfully, usually to one's advantage

Example: "She manipulates her boss"

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verb

check or regulate (a scientific experiment) by conducting a parallel experiment or comparing with another standard

Example: "Are you controlling for the temperature?"

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