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under someone's thumb

Idiom Control

Meaning

completely under someone's control

Example Sentences

"He's under his boss's thumb and can't make his own decisions."

Related Expressions

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to enjoy something very much

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to reach the lowest point before improving

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Don’t take on more responsibility than you can handle.

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