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Definition out of control in British English

out of control phrase

phrase
1

if something is out of control, people are not able to limit it or make it do what they want it to do

Example

Forest fires can easily get out of control.

Example

Nobody wants to see inflation get out of control.

Example

We have to keep costs from spiralling out of control.

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Definition out of control in British English