Meaning of the word "have someone in the palm of your hand" in English
What does "have someone in the palm of your hand" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
have someone in the palm of your hand
US /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌn ɪn ðə pɑːm əv jʊər hænd/
UK /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌn ɪn ðə pɑːm əv jʊər hænd/
Idiom
1.
to have complete control over someone
Example:
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The charismatic leader seemed to have the crowd in the palm of his hand.
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After years of working together, she finally felt she had her boss in the palm of her hand.
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