self-control

compound noun15 collocationsAvg. frequency: 6.9
a lack of self-control7.5

an instance or state of not having enough self-control

a loss of self-control7.3

an event where one loses control over their actions or emotions

powers of self-control5.8

one's capacity or ability for self-control

self-control snaps5.5

used to describe the moment when someone suddenly loses their self-control

lose self-control8.5

to suddenly be unable to control one's behavior or emotions

have self-control8.0

to possess the ability to control one's emotions and desires

keep self-control7.8

to maintain control over one's behavior or emotions, especially in a difficult situation

exercise self-control7.2

to actively use or apply self-control

lack self-control7.0

to not have the ability to control one's emotions and desires

take self-control6.9

when a great deal of effort is needed to remain in control

require self-control6.8

when a situation or action needs one to be self-controlled

regain self-control6.5

to get back the ability to control one's behavior or emotions after losing it

learn self-control6.3

to acquire the skill of controlling oneself

practise/practice self-control6.2

to repeatedly do something to become better at controlling oneself

develop self-control6.0

to gradually gain more ability to control oneself