Beslut och Kontroll - Att vara ansvarig

Utforska engelska idiomatiska uttryck som handlar om att vara ansvarig, inklusive "bära byxorna" och "överhanden".

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

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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

Ex: He may come across as tough , but everyone knows that in their friendship , it 's Jane who wears the pants and calls the shots .

at the helm of {sth} [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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

Ex: I can't believe you let this happen on your watch.

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

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

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

upper hand [Substantiv]

överhand

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 .

De två kandidaterna kämpade hårt för övertaget i valet, engagerade sig i intensiva debatter och kampanjer för att vinna väljarnas stöd.

to [rule] the roost [Fras]

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

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 [Substantiv]

storebror

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

De nya övervakningsåtgärder som införts av regeringen har väckt farhågor om att leva i ett storebror-samhälle.

(last|final) word [Fras]

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} [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 [Fras]

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 .

Beslut och Kontroll
Under kontroll	Ur kontroll	Förlora kontrollen	Att vara ansvarig
Kraft & Skyldighet	Obedience	Val och beslut	Beslutsamhet
Obestämdhet	Dependency