English Explanatory Dictionary

have the cards in one's hands

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To have the initiative for or the means of success, to be in a position to control the outcome.

Word forms

have the cards in one's hands has the cards in one's hands having the cards in one's hands had the cards in one's hands

Synonyms

have the cards
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