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Definition
In the act or process of assuming control, authority, control or leadership.
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Related Idioms
k h p p p b
king of all one surveys
Possessing governing authority over a range of territory; having decis …
hold the purse strings
To be in control of spending; to have financial power and responsibili …
power of the pencil
The authority to charge a punter's gambling or other bills to the casi …
power behind the throne
Someone who appears to be without special status, but who has great co …
power grab
An attempt to gain authority in an oppressive or unscrupulous way.
by virtue of
(originally) By the authority or power of; (now) because of; on the gr …