The power to influence or direct people's behavior or the course of events.
Babies have very little control over their movements.
The government tightened its control over the internet, restricting access to certain websites and online platforms.
The experienced coach exerted control over the game, making timely substitutions and tactical adjustments to keep his team in contention.
The CEO maintained control over the company's finances, carefully scrutinizing expenses and ensuring sound financial practices.
The scientist sought to control the variables in her experiment to isolate the factors that influenced the outcome.
