call the shots <Back to Last Page>     <Idiomatic English Glossary - C>

Definition: be in charge; be the boss in any given situation

Explanation: Generally used in a work setting

Examples: Since Tom has been calling the shots, the work has doubled. - I really don't feel like calling the shots, but if you insist, I would say we need to focus more on production.

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