Bring/get/keep something under control

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To start to command and manage something or someone.

It took firefighters several hours to bring the fire under control.
Visual representation of "bring/get/keep something under control" - To start to command and manage something or someone

Often appears as...

  • bring emotions under control
  • bring situation under control
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Immediate Action

Use 'bring under control' when someone takes immediate steps to address a situation or behavior.

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The chaos was growing until the teacher brought the class under control.
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Leadership Quality

This phrase suggests a person's ability to lead by dealing with challenging circumstances effectively.

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During the crisis, the mayor brought the unstable situation under control.
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