rule the roost

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At Real Madrid the squad's biggest names tend to rule the roost and despite a good start in terms of results, cracks began to show as Alonso's approach did not suit them.

From Barron's • Jan. 12, 2026

He said the council "allowed developers to rule the roost" and that developers often build large buildings, with too few truly affordable homes.

From BBC • Jul. 28, 2025

The two standout ladies from “Ted Lasso” rule the roost in an absolutely loaded field.

From Los Angeles Times • May 21, 2021

This very efficient married couple — he’s the butler, she’s the housekeeper — rule the roost downstairs at Downton.

From Seattle Times • Sep. 10, 2019

I do that," he told her, "to win your good will, for I see very well that you rule the roost here—and rightly enough.

From Gudrid the Fair A Tale of the Discovery of America by Hewlett, Maurice Henry