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Controlled Adjective Bre Kənˈtrəʊld Kənˈtroʊld Explosion Environment Played

Word controlled
WordType (adjective)
Phonetic BrE / kənˈtrəʊld / NAmE / kənˈtroʊld /
Example
  • a controlled explosion
  • a controlled environment
  • he played very controlled football.
  • controlled airspace
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controlled

(adjective)BrE / kənˈtrəʊld / NAmE / kənˈtroʊld /
  1. done or arranged in a very careful way
    • a controlled explosion
    • a controlled environment
    • He played very controlled football.
  2. limited, or managed by law or by rules
    • controlled airspace
  3. managed by a particular group, or in a particular way
    • a British-controlled company
    • computer-controlled systems
  4. remaining calm and not getting angry or upset
    • She remained quiet and controlled.

    Extra Examples

    • He spoke in a controlled, even voice.
    • He spoke with a hint of tightly controlled anger.
    • He was charged with possessing a controlled drug.
    • In many countries the production of the drug is illegal or tightly controlled.
    • She closed the door behind her in a quiet and controlled manner.
    • The procedures are carried out under strictly controlled conditions.
    • The server provides secure and controlled access to sensitive data.
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