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call the tune

Idiom Music

Meaning

to be in control; to make important decisions

Example Sentences

"In this company, the investors call the tune."

Related Expressions

carry the can

to accept responsibility or blame, often unfairly.

check up on

to verify that someone or something is doing well

pay through the nose

to pay a very high price for something

in high spirits

feeling cheerful and happy

blood is thicker than water

family relationships are stronger than others

Out of curiosity

Because of a desire to know or learn something.