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Khám phá các thành ngữ tiếng Anh liên quan đến việc phụ trách, bao gồm "mặc quần" và "thế thượng phong".

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English idioms related to Decision & Control

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.

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.

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.
to wear the pants
[Cụm từ]

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.

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 .
on one's watch
[Cụm từ]

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.
to call the shots
[Cụm từ]

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 .
upper hand
[Danh từ]

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

lợi thế, ưu thế

lợi thế, ưu thế

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 .Hai ứng cử viên đã chiến đấu quyết liệt để giành **thế thượng phong** trong cuộc bầu cử, tham gia vào các cuộc tranh luận gay gắt và vận động tranh cử để giành được sự ủng hộ của cử tri.
to rule the roost
[Cụm từ]

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 .
big brother
[Danh từ]

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

anh cả, người anh lớn theo dõi

anh cả, người anh lớn theo dõi

Ex: As technology advances , the potential for governments to become "big brother" entities , tracking our every move , becomes a growing concern .Khi công nghệ tiến bộ, tiềm năng của các chính phủ trở thành các thực thể **anh cả**, theo dõi mọi hành động của chúng ta, trở thành một mối quan ngại ngày càng tăng.
last word
[Cụm từ]

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 .

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.
to hold the reins
[Cụm từ]

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 .
in one's hands
[Cụm từ]

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.

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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