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Synonyms

mission control

American  

noun

Aerospace.

  1. a command center for the control, monitoring, and support of activities connected with manned space flight.

Etymology

Origin of mission control

First recorded in 1960–65

Example Sentences

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Watching this white-knuckle ride from mission control was an anxiety inducing experience.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

When mission control at Johnson Space Center played Chappell Roan’s “Pink Pony Club,” the song cut just before the titular refrain.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 11, 2026

And back in Houston, there wasn't a dry eye at mission control - and that includes the BBC team.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

As onlookers held their breath, she was surprised by the "energy in mission control."

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

He was standing at Ancient Roman mission control.

From "The Mark of Athena" by Rick Riordan

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