He stopped and stood motionless for a moment, fighting to control his face.
I had to work to control my face.
I controlled my face and walked forward,... Within a few steps.
She could not seem to control her face.
Her heart stopped, but she controlled her face, fighting that fear.
Jenny almost laughed, but she managed to control her face.
Jack managed to control his face, finally, but his voice was wooden.
He fought to control his face, and failed, and finally looked pleased with himself.
The youth was a good actor; he could control his face, but not his eyes.
But for the time being I still could control my face, manage my behavior, and ask totally appropriate questions.