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Дослідіть англійські ідіоми, пов'язані з керівництвом, включаючи "носити штани" та "верхню руку".

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

Ex: Facing the dangerous climbing route alone, the mountaineer was aware her life was in her hands to turn back if conditions deteriorated.
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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 senior executive was notorious for throwing his weight around in meetings, silencing dissenting voices and imposing his ideas on others.
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to tell people what to do in a forceful and authoritative manner

Ex: The parents decided it was time to lay down the law and establish clear boundaries for their teenager's behavior.
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to wear the pants
[фраза]

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

Ex: Although Jack is the more easygoing of the two, everyone knows that Emily wears the pants in their relationship.
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in complete control of or with overall responsibility for a particular person or thing

Ex: With his exceptional leadership qualities , he was entrusted to at the helm of the project, ensuring its smooth execution and achievement of objectives .
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on one's watch
[фраза]

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

Ex: The company's decline in profits happened on the CEO's watch, leading to questions about their leadership.
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to call the shots
[фраза]

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

Ex: The project calls the shots in terms of deadlines , resource allocation , and project milestones .
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upper hand
[іменник]

the position of high power or authority from which one can exert complete control over a situation or others

перевага, переважність

перевага, переважність

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 .Два кандидати запекло боролися за **перевагу** на виборах, беручи участь у запеклих дебатах і кампаніях, щоб завоювати підтримку виборців.
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to rule the roost
[фраза]

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

Ex: As the head of the household , ruled the roost with a firm hand , ensuring that his decisions and rules were followed by all family members .
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big brother
[іменник]

a powerful person or organization that invades people's privacy by controlling and monitoring their actions

великий брат, старший брат-наглядач

великий брат, старший брат-наглядач

Ex: As technology advances , the potential for governments to become "big brother" entities , tracking our every move , becomes a growing concern .У міру розвитку технологій потенціал урядів стати **великим братом**, відстежуючи кожен наш рух, стає все більш серйозною проблемою.
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last word
[фраза]

the ultimate and conclusive statement or decision about a subject

Ex: Despite the heated argument , my friend wanted to have last word on our disagreement , asserting her perspective as final .
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to get complete control of or to heavily influence someone or something

Ex: The ambitious employee strategically worked to get her hooks into the upper management, positioning herself for a promotion.
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to hold the reins
[фраза]

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

Ex: The conductor holds the reins of the orchestra , directing the musicians to create a harmonious symphony .
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in one's hands
[фраза]

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

Ex: The fate of the company now lies in the hands of the new CEO.
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used to refer to an individual who has authority and control over their own life and decisions

Ex: With a strong sense of independence , she took control of her career and became captain of her own ship, navigating her way to professional fulfillment .
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