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/brɪŋ ˌʌndər ˈkəntroʊl/ · bring.un.der.con.trol
verb
  1. to cause something to be managed or regulated, especially a situation or a person's behavior. The teacher tried to bring the unruly class under control by establishing a clear routine.
  2. to make something subject to one's authority or influence. The new manager was tasked with bringing the company's finances under control.
noun
  1. the act of managing or regulating something. The process of bringing the project under control was a long and difficult one.
Did you know? This phrase is often used in business and management contexts to describe the process of stabilizing a chaotic or unpredictable situation.
Written by Lexi Wordsworth, Dictionary Editor 0 lookups Added Aug 3, 2026