have someone's number

US /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈnʌm.bər/
UK /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈnʌm.bər/
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tener el número de alguien, conocer las debilidades de alguien

to know someone's true character or intentions, especially their weaknesses or secrets

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I think I have his number; he's all talk and no action.
Creo que le tengo calado; es todo hablar y nada de hacer.
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The detective quickly had the suspect's number and knew he was lying.
El detective rápidamente le cogió el número al sospechoso y supo que estaba mintiendo.
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