Controlling
Controlling adjective - Able to control or determine policy.
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Synonyms for Controlling
Restraining and controlling are semantically related. In some cases you can use "Restraining" instead an adjective "Controlling".
Restraining
Controlling and restraining are semantically related. You can use "Controlling" instead an adjective "Restraining".
Nearby Words: restrain, restrained
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Besides restraining enemies and even controlling other people's bodies against their will, or triggering traps, they can be pretty handy for cutting.
Source: Razor Floss -
Restraining Bolt: The collars that Red gives Charlie to make him visible and tangible also serve as a means of controlling him.
- They are totally incapable of defending themselves against any wrestler on the card or even putting someone in any kind of restraining hold or lock, which you would think would be an essential part of the training for a job that requires controlling 300+ pound men on the warpath.
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