rule the roost
Example Sentences
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"That means American films frequently rule the roost," noted Variety Magazine, making the ceremony a better predictor for the Oscars, but reducing chances for local productions to shine outside the outstanding British film category.
From Barron's • Feb. 22, 2026
“In effect, they rule the roost, as the saying goes.”
From Washington Post • Mar. 24, 2023
Ali Brigginshaw is a stalwart in the Australia team and will completely rule the roost when it comes to directing play in the middle of the park.
From BBC • Oct. 14, 2022
And as for hospital administrators, “it’s like only they rule the roost, only they make a decision in their hospital. I’m not accepting that as a rule of law for us.”
From Seattle Times • Oct. 16, 2021
She is just the brave, true lady we want at the station to take the lead and rule the roost.
From One Maid's Mischief by Fenn, George Manville
