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Rozhodování a Kontrola - Být ve vedení

Prozkoumejte anglické idiomy, které se vztahují k vedení, včetně „nosit kalhoty“ a „nahoru“.

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English idioms related to Decision & Control

used to say that someone can decide whether one lives or dies

Ex: Facing the dangerous climbing route alone, the mountaineer was aware her life was in her hands to turn back if conditions deteriorated.

to use one's power or influence in order to get what one wants, particularly by behaving in an aggressive and dominating manner

Ex: The senior executive was notorious for throwing his weight around in meetings, silencing dissenting voices and imposing his ideas on others.

to tell people what to do in a forceful and authoritative manner

Ex: The parents decided it was time to lay down the law and establish clear boundaries for their teenager's behavior.

to be the one who makes important decisions and is in complete control and of a relationship or family

Ex: Although Jack is the more easygoing of the two, everyone knows that Emily wears the pants in their relationship.

in complete control of or with overall responsibility for a particular person or thing

Ex: With his exceptional leadership qualities , he was entrusted to at the helm of the project, ensuring its smooth execution and achievement of objectives .

as long as one has the power and authority or is responsible for something

Ex: The company's decline in profits happened on the CEO's watch, leading to questions about their leadership.

to be in control of a particular situation and be the one who decides what needs to be done

Ex: The project calls the shots in terms of deadlines , resource allocation , and project milestones .
upper hand
[Podstatné jméno]

the position of high power or authority from which one can exert complete control over a situation or others

výhodná pozice, nadřazená pozice

výhodná pozice, nadřazená pozice

Ex: The two candidates fiercely battled for upper hand in the election , engaging in intense debates and campaigning to win the support of voters .

to be in control and have absolute power in a group or in a situation

Ex: As the head of the household , ruled the roost with a firm hand , ensuring that his decisions and rules were followed by all family members .
big brother
[Podstatné jméno]

a powerful person or organization that invades people's privacy by controlling and monitoring their actions

Velký bratr, Velký bratříček

Velký bratr, Velký bratříček

Ex: As technology advances , the potential for governments to become big brother" entities , tracking our every move , becomes a growing concern .
last word
[fráze]

the ultimate and conclusive statement or decision about a subject

Ex: Despite the heated argument , my friend wanted to have last word on our disagreement , asserting her perspective as final .

to get complete control of or to heavily influence someone or something

Ex: The ambitious employee strategically worked to get her hooks into the upper management, positioning herself for a promotion.

to be in charge of a particular company, organization, etc.

Ex: The conductor skillfully holds the reins of the orchestra, directing the musicians to create a harmonious symphony.

used to mean that one has control, responsibility, or authority over something

Ex: The fate of the company now lies in the hands of the new CEO.

used to refer to an individual who has authority and control over their own life and decisions

Ex: With a strong sense of independence, she took control of her career and became the captain of her own ship, navigating her way to professional fulfillment.
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