(dominar)
controlar
to have power over a person, company, country, etc. and to decide how things should be done
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(controlar)
regulamentar
to regulate or control a person, course of action or event or the way something happens
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(zelar por)
cuidar de
to be in charge of someone or something and to protect them from any harm
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(liderar)
comandar
to have authority over or be in charge of a unit in the army
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(orientar)
supervisionar
to be in charge of someone or an activity and watch them to make sure everything is done properly
Informações Gramaticais:
(tomar conta de)
cuidar de
to take care of someone or something and attend to their needs, well-being, or safety
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(administrar)
gerenciar
to be in charge of the work of a team, organization, department, etc.
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(conduzir)
liderar
to be the leader or in charge of something
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(dirigir)
chefiar
to lead or be in charge of an organization, team, etc.
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(gerir)
administrar
to own, manage, or organize something such as a business, campaign, a group of animals, etc.
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(gerir)
administrar
to be responsible for a company, organization, etc. and manage its affairs, including financial matters
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![to [call] the (shots|tune)](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/44350/original/?type=jpeg)
N/A
to be in control of a particular situation and be the one who decides what needs to be done
The origin of the idiom "call the shots" can be traced back to the sport of billiards or pool. In billiards, the player who "calls the shots" is the one who declares which ball they intend to hit and into which pocket it will go. By doing so, they take control of the game and determine the sequence of shots. It is often used when discussing leadership roles, management positions, or situations where one is responsible for directing and determining the course of action.
(dirigir)
presidir
to lead a committee or meeting
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(presidir)
moderar
to be in charge of a debate or discussion or to chair an assembly such as a parliament meeting, council, etc.
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N/A
to act in an authoritative role in a ceremony, meeting, etc.
(ter influência)
exercer
to have a lot of power, influence, etc. and be able to use it
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N/A
to assume control or responsibility for something or someone
(administrar)
gerenciar
to have the responsibility for directing a company, business, etc.
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(tomar conta de)
assumir
to begin to be in charge of something, often previously managed by someone else
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(apropriar-se de)
arrebatar
to take control of something without any legal basis
(tomar)
assumir
to take or begin to have power or responsibility
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(executiva)
executivo
using or having the power to decide on important matters, plans, etc. or to implement them
(impor)
ditar
to tell someone what to do or not to do, in an authoritative way
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(dominar)
mandar
to tell people constantly what to do or how to behave, in an arrogant way
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(buscar)
tentar
to try to achieve something
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(estabelecer)
decretar
to make an official judgment, decision, or order
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(ignorar)
desafiar
to refuse to respect a person of authority or to observe a law, rule, etc.
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(atribuir)
delegar
to give part of the power, authority, work, etc. to a representative
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N/A
gaining more popularity, power, or influence
The phrase "in the ascendant" is derived from the astrological term "ascendant," which refers to the sign of the zodiac that is rising on the eastern horizon at the time of a person's birth. The phrase can also be used in a more figurative sense to describe something that is growing or developing.
![to [rule] the roost](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/40702/original/?type=jpeg)
N/A
to be in control and have absolute power in a group or in a situation
The origin of the idiom "rule the roost" can be traced back to traditional farming practices and the behavior of roosters in a chicken coop or farmyard. In a typical farm setting, the rooster, also known as a cockerel, serves as the dominant male bird and leader of the flock. The rooster establishes its authority by crowing loudly, displaying territorial behavior, and protecting the hens from potential threats. This behavior symbolizes its control and dominance over the roost or the chicken coop. It is commonly used in situations where someone is clearly in charge and exercises power, dominance, or influence.
N/A
to have control over a person or thing, often in way that is not obvious
The idiom "pull the strings" originates from puppetry, where the manipulation of strings controls the movements of a puppet. The phrase has metaphorically evolved to signify the act of exercising control or influence over a situation or people, often in a behind-the-scenes or covert manner.
(cuidar de)
verificar
to attend to a specific task or responsibility
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(encarregado de)
responsável por
having control or responsibility for someone or something
![to [take] care of {sb/sth}](https://cdn.langeek.co/photo/27421/original/?type=jpeg)
N/A
to look after or manage someone or something, ensuring their needs are met
(no comando)
sob controle
having the power or ability to make decisions or manage something
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