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hold the purse strings
verb
To be in control of spending; to have financial power and responsibility.
Word Frequency 1800~2019
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tighten the purse strings
hold the cards
wrap around one's little finger
carry one's weight
take the reins
have one's hand in the till
hold all the cards
lighten someone's purse
pay the piper
leave someone holding the bag
have the world by the tail
have it on lock
grab by the lapels
hold all of the cards
take the wheel