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UK//ˈteɪkɪŋ kənˈtrəʊl əv jɔː laɪf//US//ˈteɪkɪŋ kənˈtroʊl əv jʊər laɪf//

Meaning of Taking control of your life

To manage and direct your personal circumstances actively.

In simple words: Managing and making decisions about your own life.

Taking control of your life in a sentence

  • He realized that taking control of his life was necessary for happiness.
  • Taking control of your life can lead to greater fulfillment and success.
  • After years of uncertainty, she started taking control of her life and made significant changes.

How to use Taking control of your life

This phrase is often used in self-help contexts. It's appropriate in discussions about personal growth but might be too informal in professional settings.

Grammar pattern

taking control + of + object

Memory hint

Think of a steering wheel in your hands—you're driving your life's journey.

Related words

Collocations with Taking control of your life

  • take control of your life
  • taking control of circumstances
  • taking control of decisions

Synonyms for Taking control of your life

  • empowering yourself
  • self-management
  • taking charge of life
  • personal leadership

Opposites of Taking control of your life

  • Losing control of your life
  • Being passive in your life
  • Letting life happen to you
  • Surrendering control of your life

Common mistakes with Taking control of your life

  • Mixing up 'taking control of' with 'taking control on'.
  • Confusing it with 'losing control of'.
  • Using it without 'your life' when context is unclear.

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Frequently asked questions about Taking control of your life

What does Taking control of your life mean?

Managing and making decisions about your own life.

What is the definition of Taking control of your life?

To manage and direct your personal circumstances actively.

How do you use Taking control of your life in a sentence?

He realized that taking control of his life was necessary for happiness.

Can you give another example of Taking control of your life?

Taking control of your life can lead to greater fulfillment and success.

What are synonyms for Taking control of your life?

Common alternatives include empowering yourself, self-management, taking charge of life, personal leadership.

What is the opposite of Taking control of your life?

Opposite meanings include Losing control of your life, Being passive in your life, Letting life happen to you, Surrendering control of your life.

What words go with Taking control of your life?

It commonly pairs with take control of your life, taking control of circumstances, taking control of decisions.

What are common mistakes when using Taking control of your life?

Mixing up 'taking control of' with 'taking control on'. Confusing it with 'losing control of'. Using it without 'your life' when context is unclear.

How do you pronounce Taking control of your life?

US: //ˈteɪkɪŋ kənˈtroʊl əv jʊər laɪf//, UK: //ˈteɪkɪŋ kənˈtrəʊl əv jɔː laɪf//. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Taking control of your life?

This phrase is often used in self-help contexts. It's appropriate in discussions about personal growth but might be too informal in professional settings.