call the shots
Example Sentences
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But with “Drop,” Fahy reminds the next generation of women that they call the shots in their own lives, no matter who tries to tell them otherwise.
From Salon • Apr. 12, 2025
While other superstars in this town call the shots, Betts simply absorbs.
From Los Angeles Times • Aug. 10, 2024
But Dmitry Medvedev doesn’t get to call the shots.
From BBC • Aug. 8, 2024
But even he acknowledged that Mr. Trump was getting closer to being able to call the shots.
From New York Times • Feb. 9, 2024
“You’re always asking, ‘How come I never get to call the shots?’
From "City Spies" by James Ponti
