Décision et Contrôle - Être en charge

Découvrez des expressions idiomatiques anglaises liées au fait d'être aux commandes, y compris "porter la culotte" et "avoir l'avantage".

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{one's} life [is] in {one's} hands [phrase]

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

Ex: Getting behind the wheel drunk meant her life was in her hands to make the choice to call a cab instead.

to [throw] {one's} weight around [Phrase]

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 new manager immediately started throwing his weight around , making arbitrary decisions without consulting the team .

to [lay] down the law [Phrase]

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

Ex: As the team captain , she laid down the law and set strict guidelines for practice and discipline .

to [wear] the pants [Phrase]

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

Ex: Despite being in a traditional society , she clearly wears the pants in her marriage , making all the major decisions .

at the helm of {sth} [Phrase]

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

Ex: The visionary entrepreneur was at the helm of the company , steering it towards unprecedented growth and success .

on {one's} watch [Phrase]

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

Ex: As the project manager , it 's on my watch to ensure that we meet our deadlines and deliver quality work .

to [call] the (shots|tune) [Phrase]

faire la loi

Ex: The CEO of the company calls the shots when it comes to major business decisions .

upper hand [nom]

avantage

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

Les deux candidats se sont farouchement battus pour avoir l'avantage dans l'élection, s'engageant dans des débats intenses et faisant campagne pour gagner le soutien des électeurs.

to [rule] the roost [Phrase]

faire la loi

Ex: Despite being the youngest member of the team , she quickly established herself and began to rule the roost with her innovative ideas and strong leadership skills .

big brother [nom]

grand frère

Ex: The new surveillance measures implemented by the government have raised concerns about living in a " big brother " society .

Les nouvelles mesures de surveillance mises en œuvre par le gouvernement ont suscité des inquiétudes quant à vivre dans une société de grand frère.

(last|final) word [Phrase]

the ultimate and conclusive statement or decision about a subject

Ex: In the courtroom , the judge 's ruling serves as the last word on the case , settling the legal dispute .

to [get] {one's} hooks into {sb/sth} [Phrase]

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

Ex: The manipulative salesperson managed to get his hooks into the vulnerable customer , persuading them to purchase unnecessary products .

to [hold] the reins [Phrase]

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

Ex: As the CEO , she holds the reins of the company , guiding its strategic direction and ensuring its success .

in {one's} hands [Phrase]

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

Ex: As the lead guitarist , the success of the concert rested in her hands , and she delivered an unforgettable performance .

captain of {one's} own ship [Phrase]

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

Ex: After years of working for others , she decided to start her own business and become the captain of her own ship .

Décision et Contrôle
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Force & Obligation	Obedience	Choix et décisions	Détermination
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