control freak
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of control freak
1975–80
Example Sentences
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"I can be a bit of a control freak, and I feel like as a traitor, it really is the best way to take control of the game," he said.
From BBC ● Dec. 31, 2025
"Ben is a young kid, a control freak," said Amorim.
From BBC ● Nov. 7, 2025
It wasn't about being necessarily a control freak, I'm an artist and I really enjoy telling stories and I think I'm really good at it.
From Salon ● Feb. 11, 2025
“It was terrifying,” said Rewitzer, who described himself as having been a workaholic and control freak.
From Seattle Times ● Apr. 11, 2024
“Fine. But you know how much of a control freak she is. She’s not going to want you to spend time with me.”
From "Red Flags and Butterflies" by Sheryl Azzam
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