Collocation
keep control
Definition
to stay in charge of a situation or manage your emotions/behavior so things do not get out of hand
'keep control' is a common English collocation. to stay in charge of a situation or manage your emotions/behavior so things do not get out of hand
keep + control (of + noun)
“Even under pressure, she managed to keep control of the meeting.”
Examples
- Try to _____ control and speak calmly.
- He couldn't _____ control of his temper during the argument.
- The pilot had to _____ control of the plane in heavy winds.
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- She managed to _____ control of the project despite the delays.
- If you want the team to trust you, you need to _____ control in a crisis.
- The coach reminded the players to _____ control of the ball.
- She took a deep breath to _____ control before answering.
- They struggled to _____ control of the crowd as the gates opened.
- With so many opinions in the room, it's hard to _____ control of the discussion.