remote control
noun
1
: control (as by radio signal) of operation from a point at some distance removed
2
: a device or mechanism for controlling something from a distance
Examples of remote control in a Sentence
Where did you put the remote control?
The bomb was detonated by remote control.
a DVD player with remote control
Recent Examples on the Web
The Doctor’s trusty sonic screwdriver has been redesigned to resemble a remote control or flip phone, because Davies worried that the old sonic looked too much like a gun, which would encourage kids to pretend to shoot at one another.
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Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2024
It's got an easy-to-use remote control and working headlight, smoke, and sound effects.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 21 Apr. 2024
Keep in mind, however, that beginner pilots should get comfortable with the remote control before wearing the goggles.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 12 Apr. 2024
In addition, the hatch is fitted with a smart charging system that ensures the buoy and the remote control remain fully juiced up.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
Some of the smart home features include thermostat control in different rooms and remote control access to the garage, which can hold up to six cars.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Keep in Mind With 44 keys, the remote control may be a little overwhelming for some users.
—Pamela Porter, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2024
Tesla's vulnerabilities were also exposed by a solo hacker back in 2022, who was able to gain remote control of 25 different Tesla cars in 13 countries.
—Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 21 Mar. 2024
Thanks to the hydraulics system, the mainsail can be hoisted and lowered on a wireless remote control.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024
Alan Sepinwall, Rolling Stone, 29 Apr. 2024
It's got an easy-to-use remote control and working headlight, smoke, and sound effects.
—Laura Lu, Ms, Parents, 21 Apr. 2024
Keep in mind, however, that beginner pilots should get comfortable with the remote control before wearing the goggles.
—Maya Polton, Parents, 12 Apr. 2024
In addition, the hatch is fitted with a smart charging system that ensures the buoy and the remote control remain fully juiced up.
—Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 1 Apr. 2024
Some of the smart home features include thermostat control in different rooms and remote control access to the garage, which can hold up to six cars.
—Joseph Hernandez, Kansas City Star, 4 Apr. 2024
Keep in Mind With 44 keys, the remote control may be a little overwhelming for some users.
—Pamela Porter, Better Homes & Gardens, 21 Mar. 2024
Tesla's vulnerabilities were also exposed by a solo hacker back in 2022, who was able to gain remote control of 25 different Tesla cars in 13 countries.
—Kate Irwin, PCMAG, 21 Mar. 2024
Thanks to the hydraulics system, the mainsail can be hoisted and lowered on a wireless remote control.
—Julia Zaltzman, Robb Report, 15 Mar. 2024
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“Remote control.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/remote%20control. Accessed 2 May. 2024.
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