rule the roost
Example Sentences
Examples are provided to illustrate real-world usage of words in context. Any opinions expressed do not reflect the views of Dictionary.com.
"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
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
“The Little Foxes” dramatized the ethos of take-no-prisoners dealmaking that’s hard-wired into the national character — a trait, the turn-of-the-last-century plot suggests, that would be poised to rule the roost for generations.
From Washington Post • Jan. 26, 2017
He's as hard as ever and will rule the roost.
From Ditte: Girl Alive! by Nexø, Martin Andersen
