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phrasal verb

  • To assume authority, command, or management over a situation, group, or process.

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Wide adoption of phones running on so-called AI agents would be a revolution, but would also take control away from major apps, which aren't always happy about it.

From Barron's Jul. 19, 2026

“You do have a role here — take control of your destiny. It’s not inevitable. You can take control of your risk.”

From MarketWatch Jul. 15, 2026

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  • steer the ship

Possible Antonyms

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  • take a back seat
  • lose one's grip
  • let things slide
  • be a passenger

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