call the shots
ریشه و کاربرد
ریشه
Derived from the verb 'call' and the noun phrase 'the shots'.
مثال
- As the CEO, she calls the shots and determines the company's direction.
- In this project, the lead designer will call the shots and make all design decisions.
- The coach trusts the captain to call the shots on the field.
ترکیبهای رایج
Have the power to call the shots Allow someone to call the shots Refuse to let someone call the shots Take turns calling the shots
تعریف انگلیسی
verb
- exercise authority or be in charge “Who is calling the shots in this house?” “Somebody ----s”