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Desisyon at Kontrol - Dependency

Sumisid sa mga English idioms tungkol sa dependency, tulad ng "may kalayaan" at "lampas sa batas".

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English idioms related to Decision & Control
(as|) free as a bird

allowed complete freedom to do whatever one desires

Ex: After finishing her exams, she took a deep breath and felt the weight lift off her shoulders, experiencing a sense of being as free as a bird.
blank check
blank check
[Pangngalan]

completely free to act as one wishes

blankong tseke, ganap na kalayaan

blankong tseke, ganap na kalayaan

Ex: The parents entrusted their teenager with a blank check for their college education , allowing them to choose the university and course of study freely .Ipinagkatiwala ng mga magulang ang kanilang tinedyer ng isang **blankong tseke** para sa kanilang edukasyon sa kolehiyo, na pinahihintulutan silang pumili ng unibersidad at kurso ng pag-aaral nang malaya.
free hand
free hand
[Pangngalan]

the state in which one is completely free to do what one desires without any worries or disturbances

malayang kamay

malayang kamay

Ex: The teacher provided students with a free hand to explore their interests and choose their own research topics .Binigyan ng guro ang mga estudyante ng **ganap na kalayaan** na tuklasin ang kanilang mga interes at piliin ang kanilang sariling mga paksa sa pananaliksik.
free rein
free rein
[Pangngalan]

the state in which one is completely free to do or say what one desires

ganap na kalayaan,  buong laya

ganap na kalayaan, buong laya

Ex: The parents decided to give their teenager free rein in selecting their college , allowing them to make their own decisions about their future .Nagpasya ang mga magulang na bigyan ang kanilang tinedyer ng **ganap na kalayaan** sa pagpili ng kanilang kolehiyo, na nagpapahintulot sa kanila na gumawa ng sarili nilang mga desisyon tungkol sa kanilang hinaharap.
to [be] {one's} own (master|mistress)

‌to do what one pleases, free of control and interference of others

Ex: She embraced the opportunity to be her own mistress by starting her own business, forging her own path in the entrepreneurial world.
to [let] {sb/sth} loose

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

Ex: The team of researchers were let loose in the lab, allowing them to conduct experiments and pursue innovative discoveries.
to [loosen] {one's} (grip|hold)

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

Ex: The coach understood the value of loosening his grip on the game strategy, enabling players to adapt to changing situations and make decisions on the field.
to [hold] the key to {sth}

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

Ex: The scientist's groundbreaking discovery holds the key to finding a cure for the disease.
to [paddle] {one's} own canoe

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

Ex: After finishing college, she had to paddle her own canoe and make her way in the world without depending on her parents.
to [cut] the (umbilical|) cord

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

Ex: She realized that cutting the cord would not only save money but also give her the flexibility to watch her favorite shows whenever and wherever she wanted.
to [hold] {one's} own

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

Ex: The new employee quickly adapted to the fast-paced work environment and held her own alongside her experienced colleagues.
to [have] a mind of {one's} own

to be capable of making one's own decisions without being influenced by others

Ex: The CEO encouraged her employees to have a mind of their own and contribute their unique perspectives to the company's growth.
master of {one's} own (fate|destiny)

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

Ex: The artist rejected the traditional path and chose to forge her own artistic journey, determined to be the master of her own fate.
off {one's} own bat

without receiving any help or support from others

Ex: He decided to travel the world off his own bat, exploring different cultures and destinations based on his own interests and preferences.
to [have] the run of {sth}

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

Ex: While she's away, I've got the run of her house.
to [leave] {sb} to {one's} own devices

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

Ex: The entrepreneur preferred to work in solitude, leaving her colleagues to their own devices while she focused on her projects.
to hang {one's} hat on {sth}

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

Ex: The politician hangs his hat on his commitment to public service, emphasizing his dedication to serving the community.
above the law
above the law
[Parirala]

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

Ex: The corporate executive's flagrant disregard for environmental regulations showcased a belief of being above the law, prioritizing profits over legal obligations.
to [ride] on {one's} coattails

to benefit from another's success or achievements, often without contributing much themselves

Ex: Instead of building her own brand, she attempted to ride on the coattails of a viral trend, hoping to gain attention and followers through association.
tied to {one's} apron strings

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

Ex: The politician's actions revealed that he was more interested in pleasing his influential donors than governing independently, appearing to be tied to their apron strings.
by the sweat of {one's} [brow]

through one's hard work

Ex: The athlete trained by the sweat of his brow, pushing himself to the limit in rigorous workouts to excel in his sport.
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