Controlled
Controlled adjective - Restrained or managed or kept within certain bounds.
Gained and controlled are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Gained" instead a verb "Controlled".
Gained
Controlled and gained are semantically related. Sometimes you can use "Controlled" instead a verb "Gained".
Both words in one sentence
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When racing against the AI-controlled version of those players gained through StreetPass, their play style is informed by their title.
Source: Video Game / Mario Kart 7 -
She later gained powers of her own and was mind-controlled into picking a fight with The Avengers, leading directly to a severe beating and coma.
Source: Remember the New Guy -
The British-controlled America evolved into the Holy Britannian Empire, which eventually gained control of over a third of the world.
Source: Anime / Code Geass
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