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Anonymous  +  345011 Thu, 29 Mar 07 05:29 PM

Hello!

  Is it correct to use the word "uncontrolled" for persons ? Ex:

 -  My mother was totally uncontrolled after quarreling with a neighbour.

 Thanks,

 Emma
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Clive  +  345145 Fri, 30 Mar 07 12:29 AM

Hi,

Is it correct to use the word "uncontrolled" for persons ? Ex:

 -  My mother was totally uncontrolled after quarreling with a neighbour.

I wouldn't say it's wrong, but you'd more commonly hear people say 'out of control' in this context.

'Uncontrolled' is better as an adjective in front of a noun, eg 'an uncontrolled outburst'.

Best wishes, Clive
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Anonymous, 2 yr 238 days ago

Thank you, Clive!

Best regards,

Emma

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