Decisión y Control - Dependency

Sumérgete en los modismos ingleses sobre la dependencia, como "tener rienda suelta" y "estar por encima de la ley".

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(as|) free as a bird [Frase]

allowed complete freedom to do whatever one desires

Ex: With no commitments or obligations , he enjoyed the freedom to explore new hobbies and adventures , feeling as free as a bird .

blank check [Sustantivo]

carta blanca

Ex: The politician 's supporters argued that voting for him was like giving a blank check , as they believed in his ability to make sound decisions .

Los partidarios del político argumentaron que votar por él era como dar un cheque en blanco, ya que creían en su capacidad para tomar decisiones acertadas.

free hand [Sustantivo]

libertad total

Ex: The coach empowered the players by giving them a free hand to devise their own game plan on the field .

El entrenador empoderó a los jugadores dándoles mano libre para idear su propio plan de juego en el campo.

free rein [Sustantivo]

libertad total

Ex: The project manager trusted the team and provided them with free rein to organize and execute the project as they saw fit .

El director del proyecto confió en el equipo y les dio libertad total para organizar y ejecutar el proyecto como mejor les pareciera.

to [be] {one's} own (master|mistress) [Frase]

ser dueño de sí mismo

Ex: After years of conforming to societal expectations , she decided to break free and be her own mistress , pursuing her passions without compromise .

to [let] {sb/sth} loose [Frase]

to allow someone to be completely free to do whatever they want

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to [loosen] {one's} (grip|hold) [Frase]

to fail to control a person or thing as strictly as one did before

Ex: The teacher decided to loosen her grip on the lesson plan , allowing students to explore topics of interest and take a more active role in their learning .

to [hold] the key to {sth} [Frase]

to be the determining factor of something, particularly by making its occurrence or success possible

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to [paddle] {one's} own canoe [Frase]

to manage one's own affairs and take responsibility for one's own actions and decisions

Ex: In order to achieve her dreams , she knew she had to paddle her own canoe and not depend on others to make things happen .

to [cut] the (umbilical|) cord [Frase]

to start behaving independently instead of relying on others for help or support

Ex: The family 's decision to cut the umbilical cord opened up a world of streaming options , allowing them to tailor their viewing preferences to their own tastes .

to [hold] {one's} own [Frase]

to be able to successfully defend oneself against harsh criticism or in difficult situations

Ex: Despite the challenges of the industry , the artist 's unique style and talent allowed them to hold their own and gain recognition .

to [have] a mind of {one's} own [Frase]

pensar por sí mismo

Ex: Even in a group discussion , he confidently expressed his opinions and did n't hesitate to have a mind of his own .

master of {one's} own (fate|destiny) [Frase]

someone who has complete control over their decisions, particularly those concerning the future

Ex: Through education and perseverance , she transformed her life and became the master of her own fate , breaking free from a cycle of limited opportunities .

off {one's} own bat [Frase]

without receiving any help or support from others

Ex: The young entrepreneur started her own business off her own bat , without any financial backing or support from investors .

to [have] the run of {sth} [Frase]

to have the freedom to go anywhere one wants in a particular place

Ex: After being cramped in an apartment for years , our dog loves having the run of the big back yard at our new house .

to [leave] {sb} to {one's} own devices [Frase]

to let a person do as they wish without trying to help or control them

Ex: As a parent , sometimes you have to let your children be creative and figure things out on their own by leaving them to their own devices .

to hang {one's} hat on {sth} [Frase]

to rely on a particular thing in order to help and support one

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above the law [Frase]

not bound by the legal rules and consequences that others must follow

Ex: The powerful crime syndicate operated with impunity , giving the impression that they considered themselves above the law and untouchable by authorities .

to [ride] on {one's} coattails [Frase]

lograr el éxito a la sombra de algn

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tied to {one's} apron strings [Frase]

(of a grown adult) excessively dependent on or controlled by someone else, usually a parent or a partne

Ex: She could n't make a move without consulting her partner , showing how she was still tied to their apron strings even after years of marriage .

by the sweat of {one's} [brow] [Frase]

through one's hard work

Ex: The farmer tilled the fields by the sweat of his brow , ensuring a bountiful harvest through hard work and dedication .

Decisión y Control
Bajo control	Fuera de control	Perder el control	Estar a cargo
Fuerza & Obligación	Obedience	Opciones y decisiones	Decisión
Indecisión	Dependency