B1 — Intermediate👁️ Body Parts
Avere le mani in pasta
To be involved in something
Literal Translation
"To have one's hands in the dough"
What it means
To be involved in something. Used to describe someone deeply involved or with connections in a business or organization. Can imply corrupt involvement.
Example in context
"Quel politico ha le mani in pasta in molti affari della città."
"That politician has his hands in many of the city's affairs."
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