English phrase from drama scenes
What Does "i like to be in control" Mean?
Learn what "i like to be in control" means, when people say it, and how to use it naturally in English.
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I like to be in control.
It means the speaker likes to make decisions and direct what happens.
From An Affair With My Boss, Episode 30
When do people say this?
Scene Context
Someone states that they like being in control.
Usage Scenario
Use this when describing your personality or leadership style. It can sound confident, but in some situations it may also sound controlling.
Better ways to say it
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I like to be in control.
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I prefer to be in control.
3
I want to be in control.
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