take the reins
Example Sentences
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When I asked McCleary about what those internal conversations were like, he reiterated that the company lets general managers take the reins on events at its many official national outposts.
From Slate • Jun. 25, 2026
Prime Video’s take on “Tomb Raider” will see Emmy-winning “Fleabag” creator-star Phoebe Waller-Bridge take the reins as its creator, writer, executive producer and co-showrunner.
From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 30, 2026
The military has ruled Myanmar for most of its post-independence history, before a decade-long democratic thaw saw civilian leader Suu Kyi take the reins.
From Barron's • Mar. 15, 2026
Eoin Tonge will take the reins of Primark on a permanent basis at a time when the retailer faces sluggish sales.
From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 5, 2026
It was nice to have another person take the reins, even if that person was still basically a complete stranger.
From "Far from the Tree" by Robin Benway
