control

control verb [ T ] uk/kənˈtrəʊl/ uspresent participle control ling | past tense and past participle control led control verb [T]
(LIMIT)

B2 to limit the number, amount, or increase of something

ограничивать, сдерживать
Fire crews struggled to control the blaze. control verb [T]
(EMOTION)

B1 to stop yourself expressing strong emotions or behaving in a silly way

сдерживать(ся)
He can't control his temper. [ often reflexive ] Please try to control yourself - you're upsetting everyone.