control room
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of control room
First recorded in 1925–30
Example Sentences
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Today, Perry sits in the control room of her Sherman Oaks recording studio, an eclectic blend of rock and roll and zen.
From Los Angeles Times • May 7, 2026
Canadian astronaut Jenni Gibbons was at the heart of NASA's control room in Houston on Monday, supporting her Artemis II crewmates remotely during their flight around the Moon.
From Barron's • Apr. 7, 2026
Then the pastor made good on his promise to deliver satire with a bit where, in response to a burst of irritating feedback, he heads to the control room.
From Salon • Feb. 22, 2026
Bridge added that 999 and 101 calls were not passed by Thames Valley Police call handlers to the National Highways control room.
From BBC • Feb. 18, 2026
He led Hazel and Frank up to the control room and pointed to the black sword.
From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan
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