Metaphorical control Crossword Clue

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Metaphorical control Crossword Answer

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Hint 1: Clue Definitions

METAPHORICAL (adjective)
1. expressing one thing in terms normally denoting another
CONTROL (verb)
1. handle and cause to function
2. exercise authoritative control or power over
CONTROL (noun)
1. a standard against which other conditions can be compared in a scientific experiment
2. discipline in personal and social activities

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