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Updated June 2026
The present participle of control, meaning to exercise influence or authority over something or to limit or regulate. Can also function as an adjective meaning exercising excessive control.
“The central bank is controlling inflation by adjusting interest rates and monetary policy.”
con·trol·ling
Contains double L; features the -ING ending pattern
Worth 16 points; solid word with good letter combinations
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