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WEAR THE TROUSERS

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There is 1 meaning of the phrase Wear The Trousers.

Wear The Trousers - as a verb

Exercise authority or be in charge

Example: "Who is calling the shots in this house?"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
call the shotscall the tune

Example Sentences

"After their divorce, he struggled to find his place and regain the ability to wear the trousers."
"His controlling nature leads him to always want to wear the trousers."
"In their group of friends, he is known to wear the trousers and organize their outings."
"She wants to wear the trousers in her marriage and have an equal say in all matters."
"After his promotion, he started to wear the trousers and make big decisions for the company."
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