self control
/ˌsɛlf kənˈtroʊl/
noun
- The ability to control your emotions, desires, and actions, especially in difficult situations.
- Practicing self-control helps you avoid eating too much junk food.
- He lost his self-control and started crying during the argument.
- She showed great self-control by not yelling back at the angry customer.
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