1. A planned conclusion or termination of something, such as a relationship, project, or life, managed in a deliberate and orderly manner
The company announced a controlled ending of its operations in that market.
A empresa anunciou um término controlado de suas operações naquele mercado.
2. In medical or end-of-life contexts, a managed cessation of life support or medical treatment according to a predetermined plan
The family discussed a controlled ending with the palliative care team.
A família discutiu um término controlado com a equipe de cuidados paliativos.
3. In narrative or creative contexts, a deliberately structured conclusion to a story or artistic work
The film's controlled ending left the audience satisfied rather than confused.
O término controlado do filme deixou a audiência satisfeita em vez de confusa.