have someone's number

US /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈnʌm.bər/
UK /hæv ˈsʌm.wʌnz ˈnʌm.bər/
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iemand doorhebben, iemands zwakheden kennen

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.
Ik denk dat ik zijn nummer heb; hij is alleen maar praten en geen actie.
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The detective quickly had the suspect's number and knew he was lying.
De detective had de verdachte snel door en wist dat hij loog.
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