VocabJLPT N1
control
NounSuru VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. control
  2. 2. bringing under control
The act of bringing a chaotic, troubled, or out-of-control situation under control and restoring order. It is often used in news or political contexts, such as dealing with a crisis or disturbance.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

With the official announcement, the situation was brought under a degree of control.

Sentence 2

That's only going to make things worse — how exactly are you planning to fix it?

Sentence 3

"Am I the cleanup crew again?" she said with a smirk.

Sentence 4

The conflict between the executives was resolved through third-party mediation.

Sentence 5

If we sort out the facts, the confusion should be containable.