Metaphorical control (5)

I believe the answer is:

reins

(Other definitions for reins that I've seen before include "Rider's straps" , "They're used to control" , "Guiding straps" , "Straps to control" , "Means of control for a horse" .)

I've seen this clue in the Newsday.

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